Environment Agency - South and South West

Environment Agency - South and South West Our work helps to protect and improve the environment to make it a better place for people and wildlife in England. This is the South and South West Page.

This includes reducing the impacts of flooding, promoting sustainable development and delivering UK environmental policies. This page is dedicated to the counties within our South and South West hub: Cornwall and Devon in the south west; Bristol, Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire in the Wessex area; Hampshire, Isle of Wight and Sussex in the south. This page is for open discussion about the Environme

nt Agency and our work in those locations. We are always happy for people to post questions, queries and comments on our page. We aim to respond to all queries as quickly as possible. We are not responsible for opinions expressed by other Facebook users and comments deemed offensive to other users may be removed. You can find our social media policy, which gives more information on how we use this page, at https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/environment-agency/about/social-media-use

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Useful contact numbers

General enquiries
03708 506506
(Our Customer Contact Centre is open to give general advice, open 8am-6pm Mon-Fri)

Incident line
0800 807060
(Our Incident Communication Service for reporting Environmental Incidents, open 24/7)

Floodline
0345 9881188
(Our Floodline service for flood warnings and advice, open 24/7)

19/06/2026

We have served a notice to suspend the environmental permit for a waste site near Chichester with immediate effect, following a site visit yesterday which identified several issues with fire safety and the risk of pollution.

This means that Twyford Recycling Limited must not bring more waste on to their site.

Read the full story in the comments: ⬇️

We have launched a public consultation on the permit variation for Powerfuel Portland Limited to change the permitted wa...
19/06/2026

We have launched a public consultation on the permit variation for Powerfuel Portland Limited to change the permitted waste types that can be incinerated at their Portland facility.

We are minded to issue the permit variation. This means that we think the draft permit is ready to be issued but will not make the final decision until they have considered all comments carefully.

Have your say: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/environment-agency-minded-to-approve-powerfuel-portland-permit

👷‍♀️ We're pleased to share that the Environment Agency has successfully completed coastal flood defence works at Minehe...
18/06/2026

👷‍♀️ We're pleased to share that the Environment Agency has successfully completed coastal flood defence works at Minehead seafront, bringing greater protection to 355 homes and businesses in the town.

🏗️ The project, costing just under £1 million, used nearly 4,000 tonnes of pink granite rock armour sourced from near Bodmin in Cornwall to strengthen 100 metres of vulnerable coastline at the Warren, near Butlins and Minehead Golf Course.

🌊 Delivered on time and on budget, the works follow a previous phase completed in 2023 and will help reduce the risk of coastal flooding now and in the future, particularly as climate change increases that risk over time.

🚶‍♀️ The West Somerset Coast Path, connecting Minehead and Dunster, has now fully reopened.

Read more about the repairs in the comments below ⤵️

16/06/2026

We were out last week in a multi-agency operation which included police services across the region alongside Trading Standards, with the aim of tackling rural crime across the region.

The Environment Agency stopped around 20 vehicles which were carrying waste, and identified five unregistered waste carriers, three potential illegal waste sites, and one permitted site which we have concerns about.

We also deployed a drone to capture footage to support operational activity.

Roadside stops are a key source of intelligence for waste crime and the information we gathered will be shared across regions to build a better picture of crime networks.

Waste crime undermines legitimate waste businesses and hurts communities and the environment. We don’t hesitate to take enforcement action where appropriate.

Avon and Somerset Police Wiltshire Rural Crime Team Wiltshire Police Gloucestershire Constabulary Dorset Police Dorset Police Rural Crime Team

Congratulations to Dr Richard Smith in Devon for receiving an MBE for services to his specialist subject, soil health. H...
16/06/2026

Congratulations to Dr Richard Smith in Devon for receiving an MBE for services to his specialist subject, 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. So much more to do!"

🌿 Restoration work is underway! Teams are strengthening coastal defences and enhancing saltmarsh habitats to protect wil...
15/06/2026

🌿 Restoration work is underway! Teams are strengthening coastal defences and enhancing saltmarsh habitats to protect wildlife and local communities.

Residents, businesses, and stakeholders are encouraged to attend upcoming events to learn more about the Strategy and provide feedback. Experts will be on hand to explain findings, discuss the proposed approaches to managing future risks.

👥 In-Person Events
- Bridge Centre, Milford on Sea – Friday 19 June, 2pm-7pm
- Lymington Masonic Hall –Wednesday 1 July, 3pm-7pm
- Lymington Masonic Hall –Thursday 2 July, 10am-2pm
- Lymington Community Centre – Saturday 11 July, 10am-1pm
- Bridge Centre, Milford on Sea – Friday 24 July, 11am-4pm
- St Thomas Church, Lymington – Friday 4 September, 11am-3pm
- All Saints Church Hall, Milford – Saturday 12 September, 10am-1pm
- Bridge Centre, Milford on Sea – Monday 21 September, 11am-3pm

💻 Online webinars:
- Wednesday 8 July, 7pm–8:30pm
- Wednesday 9 September, 7-8.30pm

To register for the webinar please email: [email protected]

More info on the strategy: https://www.hurstspit2lymington.co.uk/

🌊 The coast connects us all. Join the Hurst Spit to Lymington Strategy in protecting our shoreline, restoring nature, an...
12/06/2026

🌊 The coast connects us all. Join the Hurst Spit to Lymington Strategy in protecting our shoreline, restoring nature, and building a sustainable future. Every action counts.

Residents, businesses, and stakeholders are encouraged to attend upcoming events to learn more about the Strategy and provide feedback. Experts will be on hand to explain findings, discuss the proposed approaches to managing future risks.

👥 In-Person Events
- Bridge Centre, Milford on Sea – Friday 19 June, 2pm-7pm
- Lymington Masonic Hall –Wednesday 1 July, 3pm-7pm
- Lymington Masonic Hall –Thursday 2 July, 10am-2pm
- Lymington Community Centre – Saturday 11 July, 10am-1pm
- Bridge Centre, Milford on Sea – Friday 24 July, 11am-4pm
- St Thomas Church, Lymington – Friday 4 September, 11am-3pm
- All Saints Church Hall, Milford – Saturday 12 September, 10am-1pm
- Bridge Centre, Milford on Sea – Monday 21 September, 11am-3pm

💻 Online webinars:
- Wednesday 8 July, 7pm–8:30pm
- Wednesday 9 September, 7-8.30pm

To register for the webinar please email: [email protected]

More info on the strategy: https://www.hurstspit2lymington.co.uk/

12/06/2026

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.

We've also been out with Wiltshire Council this week who have been monitoring for odour from a statutory nuisance and environmental health perspective.

We will continue to work in partnership with Our Wiltshire and the UK Health Security Agency to share data and keep you updated.

Exciting news from the 2026 Flood and Coast Awards: Salisbury River Park has been Highly Commended in the Climate Resili...
11/06/2026

Exciting news from the 2026 Flood and Coast Awards: Salisbury River Park has been Highly Commended in the Climate Resilient Asset Management & Engineering category, one of the most prestigious recognitions in the flood risk management sector.

The scheme, which protects more than 350 homes and businesses in Salisbury from flooding, is a true collaboration brought to life by the Environment Agency, Our Wiltshire, Salisbury City Council, Kier and AtkinsRéalis.

Construction began in summer 2022 and has progressed through some extraordinary challenges, including the wettest period in the catchment since records began in 1871. Due to complete this autumn, it's a remarkable achievement for everyone involved.

Well done to all the teams who've worked so hard to make this happen. 🏆

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