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New £63 million defence scheme is turning the tide against floods in Rossall
Environment Agency open new £63 million flood defence scheme in Rossall
Environment Agency kick-starts River Witham recovery
Hundreds of thousands of fish larvae are being released into the River Witham in Lincolnshire as part of the watercourse's recovery from a pollution incident.
Environment Agency calls for action on water efficiency
Rivers and wildlife could be left without sufficient water unless action is taken to reduce water use and wastage, according to an Environment Agency report...
Tipping the scales – Fish Farm generating future fisheries
More than 6 million larvae and fish bred by Environment Agency
A crushing end for seized waste crime vehicle
A 20 tonne tipper lorry linked to illegal waste activity across the West Midlands has been seized and crushed by the Environment Agency today (18 May 2018)
Bonus beaches leads to record number of swimming spots
This summer people can take a dip at more bathing beaches than ever before along the English coastline.
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