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New rules are now in force which will protect the water environment and save farmers money.
First published during the 2016 to 2019 May Conservative government
Defendant repeatedly flouted rules designed to protect the environment
The Environment Agency is reminding anglers of the importance of having a rod licence
The Environment Agency now has new powers to stop illegal waste sites posing a risk to the environment.
Environment Agency enforcement officers will be on patrol this weekend in a close season Easter crackdown on illegal angling.
As Easter approaches the Environment Agency is reminding anglers they must have valid rod licences and only fish where they are allowed during close season.
Communities across England will benefit from enhanced flood protection
The first of 450 trees in a £500,000 natural flood management pilot scheme on the River Aire have been planted to reduce flood risk.
The Environment Agency is working with partners to hold a series of events for people to find out more about a natural flood management scheme in Weardale.
Invasive species week runs till 29 March and is encouraging river users to think about non-native species and aquatic plants such as floating pennywort.
Environment Agency Chair's speech to the Manchester Green Summit
The Environment Agency has published its new charging scheme for regulatory permits and services
The Environment Agency has made 36-hour river level forecasts available online for two communities.
A new £27 million scheme is open for applicants to help improve the country's waterways
Sir James Bevan laid out his thoughts on the future of flood protection during his keynote speech on the opening day of the Flood & Coast 2018 conference.
The Environment Agency's Chief Executive Sir James Bevan has highlighted the need for a new approach in his keynote speech at the annual Flood and Coast Conference.
A chance for members of the Calderdale community to take part in a construction open day
8 beaches in Cornwall and a beach in Bournemouth have been designated as bathing waters.
The Environment Agency reminds anglers the close season runs 15 March - 15 June
The Environment Agency has accepted an offer from Anglian Water to donate £50,000 to an environmental charity following a water pollution incident.
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