Improving inland bathing waters: why progress takes time
As bathing water designation has expanded to reflect the places where people now swim, paddle and enjoy the water recreationally, more inland sites are being formally recognised.
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Update: Progress on managing the Kidlington illegal waste site
Following our initial blog about the appalling large-scale illegal dumping of waste near Kidlington, we want to update you on the significant progress being made to protect the community and environment.
2025 Bathing Waters Classifications
The Environment Agency published the 2025 Bathing Water Classifications earlier today, Tuesday 25 November.
How we're tackling illegal waste dumping and protecting our environment
Waste crime is completely unacceptable. We are working tirelessly with compliant businesses, operators and partners to protect our environment and communities from waste crime. We will always take decisive action to investigate and work with police to bring perpetrators to justice.
Navigating drought: Reflections on protecting waterways and supporting canal users
As the summer boating season has drawn to a close, it’s a moment to reflect on the challenges and achievements of the past summer. Drought conditions have tested our waterways and infrastructure - but they’ve also revealed resilience, innovation, and a shared commitment to protecting England’s canals and rivers.
Radioactivity in food and the environment (2023-24)
We’ve just published our annual report about radioactivity in food and the environment. Our radiological monitoring and assessment specialists Becca Williams and Rob Dean share the headlines from our monitoring and assessment work and talk about how artificial radioactivity gets into the environment.
Flood Action Week: How Prepared Are You for Flooding?
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Mark Garratt is an Environment Agency flood director and has seen firsthand the devastating impacts flooding can have on homes and business. Here he tells you why you need to be prepared for flooding this winter and outlines some simple steps to keep you and your loved ones safe.
Working together to shape the next generation of New Towns
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Community, Planning, Regulated industry, Sustainability
The Environment Agency welcomes the publication of the New Towns Taskforce report and the government's initial response. With economic growth as the government's number one mission, we are uniquely positioned to contribute to the next generation of New Towns through our statutory role to protect and enhance the environment while supporting sustainable development.
Managing the impacts of drought in the Midlands
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Climate change, Drought, Environment Agency, Fisheries and biodiversity, hydrometry, Nature, Ofwat, Rivers, Sustainability, Water, Water Monitoring
What is the situation in England? Drought was declared in the West and East Midlands on 15 July, joining the North-West and Yorkshire which went into drought in June. Dry weather continues to impact water resources across England requiring water …
World Water Week 2025
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From left, Rob Bradburne and John Leyland at the UK Pavilion stand before leading their session on Collaboration in Action. This week marked World Water Week, hosted by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) in Sweden. Our very own Executive …