A new fund has been created for farmers by the government which will support approximately 20 studies and will investigate water demand and availability in water-stressed agricultural areas over the next 25 years.
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Skegness to benefit from £151M flood defence fund as part of new 1,000 house development
New and existing communities in Skegness will enjoy protection against coastal flooding thanks to a £151M flood risk resilience fund (FRRF) set up by the developers of a new 1,000-home housing development.
£20M West Kirby flood wall ‘stood up well’ to significant storm despite considerable overtopping
West Kirby’s new £19.7M flood alleviation scheme “stood up well” against this week’s significant storm according to the council, protecting properties from internal flooding despite water overtopping the structure.
Harper requests more information for £9bn Lower Thames Crossing DCO application
Transport secretary Mark Harper has requested more information relating to his long-awaited decision on whether to approve the development consent order (DCO) for the £9bn Lower Thames Crossing (LTC).
Revelation of 54% increase in English sewage spills prompts widespread outrage
New Environment Agency data showing a significant increase in sewage spills in England during 2023 has been variously described as “unacceptable”, “squalid”, “outrageous” and “a shitshow”.
Work for £10.6M flood risk management scheme in Stoke-on-Trent town centre begins
The Environment Agency has begun work on its new £10.6M flood risk management scheme to better protect homes and businesses in Stoke-on-Trent town centre.
Environment Agency still ‘exploring options’ for south Birmingham flood management
The Environment Agency has provided an update saying that it is still “exploring options” for flood protection in the Bournville and Stirchley areas of Birmingham.
Speakers revealed for NCE Flood Resilience conference 2024
New Civil Engineer has revealed the first speakers set to appear at NCE Flood Resilience 2024 on 24 April.
40 projects to benefit from £25M natural flood management fund
Tree planting and wetland creation will be carried out at 40 locations in England led by community groups, charities and local authorities, funded by the UK Government’s £25M natural flood management (NFM) programme.
Competition commits to accelerate commercialisation of low carbon concrete
Innovation agency Innovate UK has launched a Small Business Research Initiative (SBRI) funding competition to accelerate the commercial adoption of low carbon concrete solutions.