Covid-19

Environment Agency: Clarification of our position

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Shannon Butcher

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May 19, 2020

Alice Mayne, Deputy Director of Navigation and Commercial Development at Environment Agency has issued another update to clarify their position […]
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NBTA demands closure of overcrowded towpaths after lockdown easing

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Shannon Butcher

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May 18, 2020

As the Government announced a partial easing of the Coronavirus lockdown, the National Bargee Travellers Association (NBTA) has written to […]
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Worcester Festival of Water cancelled

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Shannon Butcher

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April 20, 2020

The extension of the Covid 19 lockdown has led the Inland Waterways Association to regretfully cancel the IWA Festival of Water due to take place on the Worcester & Birmingham Canal, Worcester over the August Bank Holiday weekend this year.
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No balcony or garden? Nine ways to experience nature through your window

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Shannon Butcher

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April 16, 2020

The RSPB has brought together nine ways to make the most of your window during the current lockdown while giving […]
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Call for Towpath Talk readers to share photos of canal life in isolation

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Shannon Butcher

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March 27, 2020

We are experiencing unprecedented times on our waterways as we all strive to support the national effort to keep people […]
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Letter calls for crisis support to save businesses

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Shannon Butcher

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March 24, 2020

A joint letter calling for urgent support to prevent the collapse of waterways businesses due to the impact of the […]
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RYA provides coronavirus advice to members, clubs, class associations and training centres

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Shannon Butcher

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March 24, 2020

Like every employer the RYA has had to take steps, in line with Government advice, to safeguard the health of […]
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Hire boat firm slashes cancellation times

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Shannon Butcher

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March 23, 2020

When being in the open air and away from other people and busy places takes on a new importance, it […]
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Covid-19: An update from the Canal & River Trust

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Phil Pickin

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March 23, 2020

Following their message from last week, the Canal & River Trust’s response to this unprecedented Covid-19 crisis continues to evolve. […]
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NABO request extensions on expiring BSS certifications

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Shannon Butcher

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March 20, 2020

The National Association of Boat Owners Council has recently contacted the Boat Safety Scheme in an effort to request extensions […]
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