Joint Responsibility for Infrastructure Improvements Under Scrutiny Following Flood Events
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What happened
The Environment Agency and Herefordshire Council share responsibility for promised infrastructure improvements related to flood risk management in Herefordshire. The issue stems from the November 2025 floods, which impacted a Golden Valley village, causing extensive damage to homes. Residents remain concerned about the lack of visible progress on promised actions, such as surveying and jetting blocked drainage infrastructure on Pontrilas Road and further work on culverts and ditches along the Dulas Brook.
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Why it matters
The situation highlights the ongoing challenges in managing local flood risk and land use in Herefordshire. The joint responsibility structure for infrastructure improvements is under review due to the concerns raised by residents regarding the pace and visibility of the promised works.
Herefordshire Council manages local flood risk and land use issues in Herefordshire.
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Who's involved
- Environment AgencyShares joint responsibility for promised infrastructure improvements in Herefordshire.
- Herefordshire CouncilShares joint responsibility for promised infrastructure improvements in Herefordshire.
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Norman criticized the Environment Agency and local authorities during a House of Commons debate on flood response.1 source
Norman criticized EA's response, while a flood plan was submitted to the agency.1 source
EA and Herefordshire Council share responsibility for infrastructure improvements.1 source
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The entities involved
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Environment Agency
non-departmental public body in the UK
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Herefordshire Council
Unitary local government authority for the county of Herefordshire in England
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