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Construction begins on £20m Torcross rock defence scheme
Scheme will see 58,000 tons of rock arrive by boat with 30,000 more tons expected by road.
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Wednesday 14 October 2026
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Environment Agency action following complaints of foul smells
The Environment Agency has taken action following an investigation into reports of foul smells in Little Hulton in Salford, Greater Manchester.
Tuesday 13 October 2026
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Rare chalk stream created to boost wildlife in Norfolk
Unique wetland habitats created by River Yare to support wildlife. Work is part of wider government commitment to restore nature and protect water environment
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100 East Midlands homes benefit from flood resilience measures
£1.6m project funded by local authorities and government grants supports flood victims from Storm Babet and Storm Henk.
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Further arrest connected with North East illegal waste dumping
A man has been arrested as an Environment Agency investigation into illegal waste dumping in the North East continues.
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Major flood defence upgrade completed at Keyhaven ahead of winter
The Environment Agency has completed the replacement of Avon Water tidal outfall at Keyhaven Harbour ahead of winter
Monday 12 October 2026
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New 'Missy and Stanley's Tale' film helps the public prepare for flooding risk
Created in partnership with Aardman, the Environment Agency and East Sussex County Council
Friday 9 October 2026
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Young people's role in incidents to be celebrated in Somerset
Expect a youth focus at the county's annual resilience event on 21 October.
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Environment Agency declares drought status in Yorkshire
Drought announced due to low water levels in reservoirs and rivers in many parts of Yorkshire despite recent rainfall.
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Illegal waste at Hoad’s Wood fully cleared as crackdown continues
Well-loved local beauty spot in Kent cleared of 39,500 tonnes of illegal waste.
Wednesday 7 October 2026
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Major improvements to Lymington flood defences completed
New tidal flaps have been installed to improve reliability and reduce maintenance, and the flood gate has been refurbished with new seals.
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Getting winter ready: Northwich defences put to the test
The Environment Agency will run a large-scale training exercise in Northwich on the weekend of 11 to 12 October, testing its flood defence scheme.
Friday 2 October 2026
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England’s reservoirs continue to feel drought strain after sixth dry month of 2026
Below average September rainfall compounds drought issues in southern and central England
Thursday 1 October 2026
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Man arrested in connection with North East illegal waste dumping
32-year-old is being questioned in connection with illegal waste sites in Peterlee and Hartlepool, County Durham.
Wednesday 30 September 2026
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New flood scheme opens to protect Tonbridge and Hildenborough
Expanded Leigh flood storage area and new Hildenborough defences will reduce flood-risk to 1,870 homes and 575 businesses.
Tuesday 29 September 2026
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Green light for £25m Greatham North East Flood Alleviation Scheme
Planning approval for the Environment Agency’s Greatham North East flood alleviation scheme has now been granted by Hartlepool Borough Council.
Thursday 24 September 2026
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Environment Agency submits Portreath flood defence plans
Plans include stream channel upgrades, new footbridges, erosion protection and improved flood defences