Defra

NAVIGATION CHARGES on the Broads welcomed by IWA

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Web Editor

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December 17, 2025

The Broads Authority has invited public comment on proposals for a below-inflation increase in boat tolls for 2026/27, alongside planned investment in navigation improvements across the Broads. Under the proposal, boat tolls would rise by 2.5%, despite a continuing decline in boat numbers. The authority says this has been made possible following recognition by Defra…
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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 coronavirus pandemic has been sent to Defra. It is signed by Lesley Robinson, Chief Executive, British Marine; Richard Parry, Chief Executive, Canal & River Trust; and John Packman, Chief Executive, Broads Authority, and addressed to MP…
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