Project Update 14/07/2025

Hi everyone,

We wanted to share a quick update on the borehole work taking place in your area.

The test pumping is now complete, and we’ve stopped putting water into the ditch system. Throughout this work, we’ve been mindful of the area’s history with flooding, and our installation of the coconut matting was carefully planned to help manage and reduce any potential risk.

We completely understand there may be some concerns about the matting still being in place. Before we can remove it, we need to work closely with the Environment Agency to agree the best way to carry out the clean-up, making sure that any iron staining or silt doesn’t flow further downstream into the river.

Here’s what’s coming up:

• Tuesday 15 July – We’ll be carrying out a full environmental assessment of the ditch.
• Thursday 17 July – We’ll meet with the Environment Agency to agree the next steps.
• Week beginning 21 July – Once we’ve agreed a plan, we’ll start removing the matting and begin any necessary remediation work.

In the meantime, we’re continuing to regularly check the ditch and the matting to make sure everything remains safe and is not increasing the flood risk. We’re also keeping a close eye on the weather and will make any adjustments needed if heavy rain is forecast.

All the actions we’re taking are focused on protecting both the community and the environment, and we truly appreciate your continued understanding as this work progresses.

Thank you,

Project Team