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Work is underway to replace an outdated eel pass at Newby Bridge Weir to encourage better migration for the critically endangered European eel.
Following the driest spring in 132 years, Environment Agency steps up operational response.
The sustainable drainage system features a rain slide and planted riverbed landscape that diverts rainwater away from drains to reduce flood risk.
A new £1.2 million fish pass on the River Lark in Mildenhall improves migration for trout, eels, and course fish.
National Drought Group steps up operational response and asks people to play their part in managing the drought and use water wisely
Environment Agency investigation into sewage treatment plant at Clehonger. Water company admits exceeding permitted levels of ammonia 7 times in a year.
A man has been sentenced for illegally fishing for crayfish in Northumberland, in a case brought by the Environment Agency.
The Environment Agency, Wiltshire Council and Bradford-on-Avon Town Council will focus on strengthening community-level flood resilience.
A Birmingham skip hire company must pay financial penalties of more than £48,000 after the Environment Agency brought a prosecution for operating illegally.
Another major milestone has been reached at the Leigh Flood Storage Area (FSA) after new central gate is installed as part of works to increase its capacity.
Exeter man tried to hide tons of illegal waste kept on leased land by pushing it into the trees and spreading it across the ground.
Penalty also covers not having a rod licence
A road with a history of flooding between Romsey and Stockbridge is being upgraded thanks to the Environment Agency and Hampshire County Council.
The Environment Agency has completed a £75 million project to reduce the risk of flooding at Canvey Island in Essex.
A Midlands-based waste company and a partner in the business have been prosecuted for failing to comply with a demand for information about materials accepted.
Almost £8 billion to be invested in flood defences over the next decade
Responsibility for 8.5km of frontage returns to Environment Agency after 25 years with a plan to better protect 3,000 properties - eventually rising to 18,000.
Funding for Environment Agency farm inspections is doubling as part of a wider drive to help farmers slash agricultural pollution.
The Environment Agency has launched a consultation into an environmental permit application from Fornax (North East) Ltd to operate an energy-from-waste plant.
EDF Energy wants to change its existing radioactive substances environmental permit for the Hinkley Point B power station in Bridgwater, Somerset.
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