Jail sentence for businessman who filled former quarry with dangerous waste
A rogue trader has been jailed for allowing thousands of tonnes of waste – including hazardous material – to be illegally deposited at a site in Somerset. read more
Environment Agency
Environment Agency works with angling clubs to plant 8,000 trees
Five angling clubs and the Middle Level Commissioners have benefited from a £10,000 tree investment to help wildlife, local communities and fisheries. read more
Flood protection project continues on the Ouse Washes
Further year of work ahead as the scheme to raise the banks of the Ouse Washes flood storage reservoir continues. read more
Essex waste directors sentenced and fined
Two company directors have been in the Old Bailey court this week for operating an illegal waste wood operation in Essex. read more
Cambridgeshire energy-producer admits pollution
Poor maintenance at the company’s plant diverted corrosive liquid towards River Cam read more