Work under way to upgrade coastal defences in Essex
Work is underway on a £2 million scheme to refurbish the flood defence embankment in Stansgate, Essex, offering a higher level of protection to people living nearby. read more
Environment Agency
Company admits polluting Fenland watercourses
A company that grows crops for energy has been ordered to pay a total of £45,648.50 in fines, costs and compensation after it polluted 2 Fenland watercourses. read more
Light extravaganza to raise flood awareness at Tendring
The light show – put on by the Environment Agency and partners – aims to raise awareness of flood risk. read more
Work to clear surface weed on the River Colne
Invasive weeds are being cleared from the River Colne to benefit the environment. read more
Letter to The Times from Emma Howard Boyd, Chair of Environment Agency
Response from the Chair to The Times’ article “Toothless Environment Agency lets farmers pollute rivers”, 17 August. read more