river restoration

Hundreds of young Atlantic salmon moved to restore fish populations in Cumbria

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October 20, 2026

TEAMS from the Environment Agency and West Cumbria Rivers Trust have joined forces in their mission to protect and improve Atlantic salmon populations in the River Derwent catchment, Cumbria. Together they have delivered an innovative new method of helping to improve stocks of the iconic species by moving several hundred wild salmon fry in a…
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River Wissey restoration project gives wildlife a boost

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September 2, 2026

HABITAT improvement works are underway on the River Wissey as part of a joint initiative led by Aquamaintain in partnership with Norfolk Rivers Trust. The project aims to restore the river’s natural balance and enhance conditions for wildlife. Teams have been carrying out a range of in-channel enhancements alongside targeted vegetation management to support a…
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Lightwell reveals hidden river at busy train station

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August 31, 2026

An installation at Sheffield Station is allowing passengers to experience a long-hidden stretch of the River Sheaf for the first time in more than a century. THE new River Sheaf Lightwell, unveiled on Platform Five, provides sight, sound and even the scent of the river as it flows beneath the station – a route it…
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Restoration work transforms Sprotbrough Ings

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August 10, 2026

A major conservation effort is underway at Sprotbrough Ings, near Doncaster, as the Don Catchment Rivers Trust (DCRT) reshapes an historic water meadow to restore natural processes and improve conditions for wildlife. The site, owned by the Environment Agency, contains an ancient channel of the River Don and plays a crucial role during flood events,…
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£60,000 boost for fish passage in River Teign catchment

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July 31, 2026

The Westcountry Rivers Trust is to receive £60,000 to fund river barrier removal in the Teign catchment. Through Environment Agency intervention, Valley Pet Crematorium in Paignton has agreed to pay the money as part of efforts to improve passage for salmon and other fish in the area. The company had failed to obtain the correct…
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River rights recognised in growing grassroots movement

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June 9, 2026

Two more local authorities have formally recognised the rights of rivers in their areas to live, thrive and evolve. COUNCILS in Hampshire and East Sussex are among the latest to commit to considering the health and legal rights of rivers and streams in future decision-making. As reported, the growing Rights of Rivers movement in the…
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King’s Speech water reform welcomed — but river protection must not be delayed

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May 18, 2026

The Rivers Trust has welcomed the expected inclusion of the Water Reform Bill in the King’s Speech, describing it as a significant step towards reforming a system it says has failed communities and the environment for decades. The King’s Speech on May 13 is due to include the Water Reform Bill, which the Government is…
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