Statutory Main Rivers proposal for factual change: various areas across England
Applies to England
Detail of outcome
After a period of consultation, the Environment Agency has decided to change the Statutory Main River map across various areas throughout England to correct known inaccuracies in the Main River map as per the proposal notice, with the exception of a small number of locations where we are maintaining the existing alignment following public objections
The Environment Agency is making this change as a ‘determination’ under section 193C(1) of the Water Resources Act 1991. This determination represents a formal decision to change the main river map.
The main river map will be formally changed to reflect the determination on 1 August 2022.
How to appeal (challenge the decision)
If you disagree with this decision you can appeal to the The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs by the 18 July 2022.
If you wish to appeal, you should email explaining why you disagree with the decision to [email protected] or write to
Flood Risk Management Team
DEFRA
Seacole Building (Ground Floor)
2 Marsham St
London
SW1P 4DF
Please make sure you include the Area/Catchment name and the Main River Variation Reference. You must make any appeal by 18 July 2022
Detail of feedback received
The Environment Agency has received several objections to certain locations that were proposed to change. The Environment Agency has reviewed these objections, and where appropriate is keeping the existing Main River line in certain locations. The individual or parties that have raised objections have been informed of the decisions made to they objections.
Original consultation
Consultation description
The Environment Agency consults the public about proposals to change whether a river or stream is designated as a main river. The Environment Agency carries out maintenance, improvement or construction work on main rivers to manage flood risk. Main rivers are usually larger rivers and streams.
Details of proposed change
The Environment Agency proposes to change the existing Statutory Main River map across various areas across England. The proposed changes will correct known inaccuracies from the Main River map.
It proposes these changes as a ‘determination’ under section section 193C(1) of the Water Resources Act 1991. A determination is a formal decision to change the Main River map.
These changes mean that the map would show the correct location of the watercourse. They do not change who has power to carry out flood risk management work on the watercourse.
How to view the proposed changes
You can see the proposed change on the Main River map.
The proposed change is shown as a ‘Consultation’ red line on the map.
If you are unable to view the online map you can request to view the proposed changes in an Environment Agency office. To request an appointment please email [email protected] or call 03708 506 506
How to comment on the proposed changes
To comment, or if you have any queries about this proposal you can email [email protected] or write to us at
FMRV21 Team
Environment Agency
Horizon House
Deanery Road
Bristol
BS1 5AH
Please make sure you include the area/catchment name and the Main River Variation Reference.
Send your comments to the Environment Agency by 30 March 2022
Updates to this page
Published 28 February 2022Last updated 6 June 2022 + show all updates
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