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We were out last week in a multi-agency operation tackling rural crime across the region.
We stopped around 20 vehicles which were carrying waste, identified five unregistered waste carriers, three potential illegal waste sites, and one concerning permitted site.
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We also deployed a drone to capture footage to support operational activity.
@ASPolice @wiltshirepolice @Glos_Police @RuralCrimeTeam @dorsetpolice
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Congratulations to Dr Richard Smith in Devon for receiving an MBE for services to soil health.
He said: "I am surprised and delighted to receive this award.
"I want to thank the many people who have shared their knowledge about our soils with me over the years."
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Be part of the change.
Learn how the Hurst Spit to Lymington Strategy is protecting communities and nature along our coast. ️
➡️ See poster below to register for webinar and find out more hurstspit2lymington.co.uk/
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The public consultation on a proposed change to the combustion permit at Hinkley Point C closes tomorrow at 11.59pm.
Have your say: consult.environment-agency.g…
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🏖️ From saltmarsh to sand dunes, our coast is full of life.
The Hurst Spit to Lymington Strategy is working to protect it for generations to come.
➡️ See poster below to register for webinar and find out more hurstspit2lymington.co.uk/
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We've been out on site again this week in #Calne to check the progress of Hill's permanent capping works. We're pleased that the last layer of clay is going on with all works due to be completed by the end of July.
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Salisbury River Park has been Highly Commended at the 2026 #FloodAndCoast Awards in the Climate Resilient Asset Management & Engineering category! The scheme is a brilliant example of what creative partnership working can achieve. Huge congratulations to everyone involved. 🏆
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🏆 The Bridgwater Tidal Barrier Scheme has won the Digital Excellence Award at #FloodAndCoast 2026! Congrats to @AtkinsRealis for their innovative digital work helping to protect 11,300 homes & 1,500 businesses from tidal flooding.
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Exciting news!
The Hurst Spit to Lymington Strategy is launching its final consultation on the Draft Strategy. Together, we’re shaping a resilient coastal future.
➡️ See poster below to register for webinar and find out more gov.uk/government/news/hurst…
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Environment AgencySW retweeted
Jun 9
We’re hard at work protecting communities across the country.
93% of our flood assets are at or above their target conditions, but what does this mean for you?
It’s simple: fewer properties damaged, less businesses disrupted, and faster recovery.
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Following a public consultation, the Environment Agency has issued a permit variation to Saputo Dairy UK for their creamery site near Davidstow, Cornwall.
The permit introduces tighter controls to protect people and the environment.
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Environment AgencySW retweeted
Jun 9
Somerset faces unique challenges when it comes to extreme weather.
That's why we're investing £50 million into flood resilience measures to increase protection for homes, farms and food security across the region.
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If you are at the Flood & Coast 2026 in Liverpool then say hello to Lauren and Laura at our Environment Agency stand. They will be talking about soil and how it can lead to flooding.
⏱️ Today until 10.30am
⏱️ Tomorrow (Wednesday) 8am to 10.30am
⏱️ Thursday noon until 2pm
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Area Manager Ben Shayler visited Lower Compton Landfill this week in Calne to check up on the work taking place.
We know many residents want clear answers about odour levels and any potential impacts. Read our update here: engageenvironmentagency.uk.e…
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We have been receiving an increase in odour reports over the last couple of weeks from some residents in #Westbury.
The operator of Northacre MBT facility identified a fault within the site’s biofilter system, which has now been addressed. Full update: engageenvironmentagency.uk.e…
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The government has today announced that the Environment Agency will be the Lead Environmental Regulator for the Trelavour Lithium Project in Cornwall, as part of a pilot which aims to speed up regulatory approval for major growth projects.
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Thank you to the community volunteers and flood wardens who visited our incident room in Bridgwater yesterday! You do an incredibly important job.
#NationalVolunteersWeek
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💧 Are you a Dorset resident who was affected by flooding this winter?
🗣 Come speak to representatives & get practical advice on building resilience
➡ Drop in any time between 3-7pm
📍Thurs 4 June – Stratton Village Hall, Dorchester, DT2 9WG
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Our environment team was out today inspecting a permitted waste facility near Bristol. We have concerns that unpermitted activity may be taking place.
We were joined by @WeAreOpenreach, and @ASPolice who seized a quantity of stolen telephone cables on site.
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