Natural Resources Wales.
Welsh government sponsored body
- Reports this week
- 4
- Active events
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- Connections
- 63
What's happening
Active this week
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NRW reviewed a planning application for a school car park in the area near Holywell, involving Flintshire County Council.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Negotiations with Natural Resources Wales regarding improvements in Llanfairfechan have been delayed.Some support1 report1 development inside
Earlier this month
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River management bodies in Wales are underfunded and struggling to cope with severe weather and flooding, necessitating increased funding.Some support1 report
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Natural Resources Wales is monitoring environmental conditions across Wales, including rainfall in the Clwyd catchment area.Some support22 reports2 developments inside
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Natural Resources Wales is monitoring salmon populations in Welsh rivers and urging the Welsh Government to commit to necessary action.Some support1 report
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Natural Resources Wales is managing the environmental response in North Wales, which is being pressured by a public petition.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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A planning committee meets in Colwyn Bay to review council applications against Natural Resources Wales requirements.Some support1 report
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NRW is assessing flood risk from river vegetation as river obstructions threaten public infrastructure in Carmarthenshire.Some support1 report
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Peter Fox called for a funding review of Natural Resources Wales' operations in Wales.Some support1 report
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Since July 1, 2026, Natural Resources Wales has been tasked with managing environmental standards for the region of Wales.Well supported5 reports3 developments inside
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Natural Resources Wales is investigating illegal waste dumping deposits in Coedpoeth.Some support1 report
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Natural Resources Wales advises on wildfire risk across Wales.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Welsh Government awarded bathing status to the River Wye, and Natural Resources Wales began monitoring E.coli levels.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A restoration project aims to improve river health of the River Wye.Some support3 reports
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The Environment Agency has applied for a drought order on the River Severn, leading to reduced water abstraction requirements for Hafren Dyfrdwy.Well supported11 reports
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Drought conditions are stressing the River Severn in Wales, prompting monitoring and collaboration between environmental agencies.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Ebbw Vale is collaborating with Natural Resources Wales on incident recovery and environmental assessments following a recent wildfire.Some support1 report
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High risk of wildfires reported in South Wales due to dry weather conditions, involving NRW and the Fire Service.Some support4 reports
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Natural Resources Wales and Powys County Council partnered on restoration projects.Some support1 report
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Natural Resources Wales is carrying out a river restoration project and issuing flood risk remediation notices on the River Severn.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Natural Resources Wales is investigating river pollution after a burst water main in Llandinam may affect the River Severn.Some support1 report
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Joint response is coordinating a major wildfire incident in the Rhondda area of South Wales.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Wildfires occurred simultaneously in Blaenavon (South Wales) and near Harlech (North Wales), with Natural Resources Wales supporting the response.Some support3 reports3 developments inside
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Natural Resources Wales and Monmouthshire County Council are collaborating on flood protection measures in the Monmouth area.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Dispute over Nedern Brook ownership and shared responsibility for culvert/screen management in Monmouthshire.Some support1 report
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Natural Resources Wales is leading studies on marine conservation, noting the presence of a maerl bed in Milford Haven.Some support1 report
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Fire services responded to incidents across the region while Natural Resources Wales monitored risks and policy guidance in North Wales.Some support1 report
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Flood defence restoration work is underway in the village of Glasbury as part of a wider programme across Wales.Some support1 report
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Drought status was declared in North Wales by NRW, coinciding with a wildfire outbreak in Blaenavon, all under the watchful eye of the Met Office.Some support3 reports
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Natural Resources Wales manages the coastal landscape and resources of Anglesey island.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Managing wildfire risks and environmental protection on Anglesey.Some support1 report
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Natural Resources Wales moved catchments into drought status while a company supplies water to the area in North Wales.Some support2 reports
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Joint response to contain wildfire spread in Gwynedd.Well supported7 reports
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Natural Resources Wales deployed a helicopter near Harlech in North Wales, involving North Wales Police.Some support1 report
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Researchers studied farms in Pembrokeshire, leading Natural Resources Wales to brand Cleddau rivers as poor performing.Some support1 report
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A wildfire incident in Beddgelert Forest caused a temporary site closure.Some support1 report
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Natural Resources Wales is currently monitoring drought conditions across Wales, specifically focusing on river levels in Monmouthshire and Newport.Some support2 reports
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Natural Resources Wales manages a framework covering civil engineering works.Some support1 report
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Natural Resources Wales is investigating issues related to Amazon products in Wales.Some support1 report
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Cardigan councillors are disputing Natural Resources Wales' flood scheme design for the River Teifi.Some support1 report
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Guidance is required for plant removal and clearance related to canal operations.Some support1 report
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Managing the forest under a 30-year resource plan was undertaken in the area of Newborough.Some support1 report
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The World Surf League held competition finals in Wales, coinciding with investigations into marine pollution and marine life incidents led by Natural Resources Wales.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A beach operation took place in the area of Gwynedd on May 27, 2026, involving Gwynedd, Carreg Ddu, and Natural Resources Wales.Some support2 reports
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Around Natural Resources Wales this week
News at the entities that move Natural Resources Wales most-
Wales StructuralAneurin Bevan University Health Board in Wales is currently failing to meet established cancer care targets.Moves Natural Resources Wales
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Senedd StructuralMarc Jones urges the government to reject housing plans affecting Wrexham, which is subject to Welsh Government policy.Moves Natural Resources Wales
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Met Office StructuralMet Office forecasts a heatwave for Worcestershire.Moves Natural Resources Wales
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North Wales StructuralDafydd Wigley praised Mario Kreft's lifelong contributions to quality care in Wales, noting his pioneering work in the region, including North Wales.Moves Natural Resources Wales
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Environment Agency OperationalA partnership was formed between the Environment Agency, Somerset Council, and Homes England for a new flood defence scheme.Moves Natural Resources Wales
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Change.org OperationalStudents in San Marcos used Change.org to raise concerns about campus safety on September 22, 2026.Moves Natural Resources Wales
Connections
The 40 strongest of 63, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Wales Structural
NRW is the specialized agency mandated to manage and regulate environmental issues within the jurisdiction of Wales.
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Senedd Structural
The Senedd provides the legislative and governmental framework required for Natural Resources Wales to execute resource management and drought orders.
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River Severn Structural
Natural Resources Wales manages, investigates, and applies protective orders regarding the River Severn.
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Anglesey Structural
Natural Resources Wales is the body responsible for managing the protected lands, coastal resources, and reserves of Anglesey.
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Met Office Structural
Met Office provides essential weather and fire risk data that Natural Resources Wales utilizes for its operational assessments.
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North Wales Structural
Natural Resources Wales operates as the specialized body responsible for environmental management and resource planning within the geographical boundaries of North Wales.
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Environment Agency Operational
The two agencies actively coordinate on shared environmental issues, including water reduction campaigns and monitoring cross-border river health.
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Clwyd Structural
Natural Resources Wales monitors, reports on, and classifies the environmental status of the Clwyd catchment area.
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Gwynedd Structural
Natural Resources Wales is functionally responsible for managing coastlines and responding to environmental events within Gwynedd.
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Wye Operational
Natural Resources Wales monitors the flows of the Wye river as part of its operational mandate.
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Llanfairfechan Structural
Natural Resources Wales sets regulatory requirements that govern local applications and improvements in Llanfairfechan.
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South Wales Fire and Rescue Service Operational
The two entities are currently engaged in a joint operational capacity to manage an ongoing major wildfire incident.
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Change.org Operational
Change.org utilizes public petitioning as a mechanism to apply pressure on Natural Resources Wales regarding disaster response issues.
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River Wye Structural
Natural Resources Wales formally monitors the environmental health and conditions of the River Wye.
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Blaenavon Operational
Natural Resources Wales actively participates in operational tasks, such as firebreak management, within the Blaenavon area.
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Gwyn Jones Structural
Gwyn Jones is subject to formal oversight by Natural Resources Wales regarding flood risk remediation notices.
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Monmouthshire County Council Operational
The relationship is characterized by active conflict regarding the shared management, ownership, and associated risks of the Nedern Brook.
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X-Energy Structural
X-Energy is subject to regulatory scrutiny by Natural Resources Wales regarding its design assessments.
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River Dee Structural
NRW, as the managing body, assessed the River Dee and found it to be in a failing state based on available data.
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Environment Agency Operational
The agencies actively coordinate their environmental management functions regarding cross-border rivers.
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Monmouth Structural
Monmouth relies on Natural Resources Wales for essential flood protection measures.
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Glasbury Structural
Natural Resources Wales manages and regulates flood defence restoration efforts within the village of Glasbury.
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Newborough Structural
A manages the forest resources in B under a long-term 30-year resource plan.
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South Wales Structural
Natural Resources Wales manages regulatory frameworks and provides operational support for civil engineering and wildfire response within South Wales.
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Powys County Council Operational
The two entities maintain an active partnership regarding environmental restoration projects in the region.
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River Amman Operational
Natural Resources Wales assesses flood risk related to the River Amman.
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Wrexham Operational
Advocacy regarding contamination issues in Wrexham is directed toward government body Natural Resources Wales for investigation.
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Ebbw Vale Operational
Ebbw Vale and Natural Resources Wales are actively collaborating on incident recovery and environmental assessments.
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Flintshire County Council Operational
The entities coordinate on environmental issues and Natural Resources Wales reviews local planning applications.
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Catherine Fookes Operational
Catherine Fookes actively collaborates with Natural Resources Wales on flood solutions.
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Peter Fox Operational
Peter Fox publicly called for a funding review of Natural Resources Wales operations.
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England Shared context
Entities operating within the same geo-political context of the United Kingdom.
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Steve Witherden Operational
The individual is actively engaged in coordination with the organization regarding environmental cleanup matters.
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Monmouthshire Shared context
NRW operates and monitors natural resources within the geographical boundaries of Monmouthshire.
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TerraPower Shared context
TerraPower operates within the context of the GDA process which includes Natural Resources Wales.
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drought Structural
Natural Resources Wales monitors drought conditions as part of its regulatory function.
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Liz Saville Roberts Mentioned together
Roberts acknowledged the operational work of Natural Resources Wales regarding the wildfire response.
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Public Health Wales Operational
Both Public Health Wales and Natural Resources Wales are involved in joint chemical site testing.
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Natural England Operational
Both agencies utilize Met Office data for fire risk assessment.
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Newport Shared context
The organization operates within the geographical context of Newport, focusing on river monitoring in the area.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
7 events- Negotiations with Natural Resources Wales regarding improvements in Llanfairfechan have been delayed.
- River management bodies in Wales are underfunded and struggling to cope with severe weather and flooding, necessitating increased funding.
- Natural Resources Wales is monitoring salmon populations in Welsh rivers and urging the Welsh Government to commit to necessary action.
- A planning committee meets in Colwyn Bay to review council applications against Natural Resources Wales requirements.
- NRW is assessing flood risk from river vegetation as river obstructions threaten public infrastructure in Carmarthenshire.
- Peter Fox called for a funding review of Natural Resources Wales' operations in Wales.
- Natural Resources Wales is investigating illegal waste dumping deposits in Coedpoeth.
August 2026
12 events- Natural Resources Wales advises on wildfire risk across Wales.
- A restoration project aims to improve river health of the River Wye.
- The Environment Agency has applied for a drought order on the River Severn, leading to reduced water abstraction requirements for Hafren Dyfrdwy.
- Drought conditions are stressing the River Severn in Wales, prompting monitoring and collaboration between environmental agencies.
- Ebbw Vale is collaborating with Natural Resources Wales on incident recovery and environmental assessments following a recent wildfire.
- High risk of wildfires reported in South Wales due to dry weather conditions, involving NRW and the Fire Service.
- Natural Resources Wales and Powys County Council partnered on restoration projects.
- Natural Resources Wales is investigating river pollution after a burst water main in Llandinam may affect the River Severn.
- Joint response is coordinating a major wildfire incident in the Rhondda area of South Wales.
- Dispute over Nedern Brook ownership and shared responsibility for culvert/screen management in Monmouthshire.
- Natural Resources Wales is leading studies on marine conservation, noting the presence of a maerl bed in Milford Haven.
- Fire services responded to incidents across the region while Natural Resources Wales monitored risks and policy guidance in North Wales.
July 2026
20 events- Natural Resources Wales is monitoring environmental conditions across Wales, including rainfall in the Clwyd catchment area.
- Natural Resources Wales is managing the environmental response in North Wales, which is being pressured by a public petition.
- Since July 1, 2026, Natural Resources Wales has been tasked with managing environmental standards for the region of Wales.
- Welsh Government awarded bathing status to the River Wye, and Natural Resources Wales began monitoring E.coli levels.
- Natural Resources Wales is carrying out a river restoration project and issuing flood risk remediation notices on the River Severn.
- Wildfires occurred simultaneously in Blaenavon (South Wales) and near Harlech (North Wales), with Natural Resources Wales supporting the response.
- Natural Resources Wales and Monmouthshire County Council are collaborating on flood protection measures in the Monmouth area.
- Flood defence restoration work is underway in the village of Glasbury as part of a wider programme across Wales.
- Drought status was declared in North Wales by NRW, coinciding with a wildfire outbreak in Blaenavon, all under the watchful eye of the Met Office.
- Natural Resources Wales manages the coastal landscape and resources of Anglesey island.
- Managing wildfire risks and environmental protection on Anglesey.
- Natural Resources Wales moved catchments into drought status while a company supplies water to the area in North Wales.
- Joint response to contain wildfire spread in Gwynedd.
- Natural Resources Wales deployed a helicopter near Harlech in North Wales, involving North Wales Police.
- Researchers studied farms in Pembrokeshire, leading Natural Resources Wales to brand Cleddau rivers as poor performing.
- A wildfire incident in Beddgelert Forest caused a temporary site closure.
- Natural Resources Wales is currently monitoring drought conditions across Wales, specifically focusing on river levels in Monmouthshire and Newport.
- Natural Resources Wales manages a framework covering civil engineering works.
- Natural Resources Wales is investigating issues related to Amazon products in Wales.
- Cardigan councillors are disputing Natural Resources Wales' flood scheme design for the River Teifi.
Show 1 earlier month
June 2026
5 events- NRW reviewed a planning application for a school car park in the area near Holywell, involving Flintshire County Council.
- Guidance is required for plant removal and clearance related to canal operations.
- Managing the forest under a 30-year resource plan was undertaken in the area of Newborough.
- The World Surf League held competition finals in Wales, coinciding with investigations into marine pollution and marine life incidents led by Natural Resources Wales.
- A beach operation took place in the area of Gwynedd on May 27, 2026, involving Gwynedd, Carreg Ddu, and Natural Resources Wales.