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Local water resources options: apply for a screening study

How to apply for a screening study with the Environment Agency to assess and rank water resources options in your area.

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Environment Agency
Published:
22 April 2024
Last updated:
6 July 2026
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  1. Applications for the local water resources options screening study closed on 5 July 2026.

  2. Updated the guidance and form for the next round of applications.

  3. Updated the guidance and form for the next round of applications.

  4. Local water resource options screening studies are now closed for applications. The opportunity was open between 22 April 2024 and 16 June 2024.

  5. First published.

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This guidance and form have been withdrawn because applications for the local water resources options screening study closed at 23:59pm on 5 July 2026.

Applies to England

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How to apply for a local water resources options screening study

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[Withdrawn] Local water resources options screening study application form 2026 to 2027

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You can apply for a screening study with the Environment Agency to rank your water resources options and increase your water supply resilience as a group of neighbouring farmers.

First, check the guide on this page about how to apply. Then complete the application form.

Applications for the local water resources options screening study are now closed.

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