Newsletter April 2023
This year we have once again been tested by extreme weather events, having had some of the driest and wettest periods on record.
Message from the Chairmen
This year we have once again been tested by extreme weather events, having had some of the driest and wettest periods on record. Despite this we are pleased that we continue to operate an effective service for the rate payers through the wettest and driest of times. This has been largely possible as a result of the extensive watercourse maintenance work we have completed this year, and we are pleased to have awarded new contracts this year in parts of the Parrett and Axe Brue Boards. With our growing workload, we are always on the lookout for suitable contractors who are interested in working with us, so get in touch if you know of someone who may be suitable.
Following the flooding in January in the Parrett Board area we are working with the Environment Agency to review flood operations and identify opportunities to improve and embed these before next winter.
We remain committed to influencing policy and process, locally and nationally, and we play an active part in the Association of Drainage Authorities where we are represented on the Board of Directors and the Technical and Environmental Committee. We have also recommenced the activities of the South West Branch of the Association following a pause through the Covid-19 pandemic.This year we are hoping for a period of stability in terms of weather conditions, operations and policy but we are prepared should that not be the case. In the meantime, our thanks go to everyone who has worked with us over the last year and please do get in touch if you need our service.
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