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Report water pollution in rivers or the sea, lakes or reservoirs, canals or smaller streams or watercourses.
Standard rules and bespoke permits for using, treating, storing and disposing of waste. Check if you need a permit and find out how to apply.
Types of waste and the maximum amounts you can use in building projects, landscaping or drainage works under a U1 exemption.
How to meet the general binding rules if your septic tank or small sewage discharge treatment plant releases (discharges) waste water to a surface water.
The current conditions affecting boaters on the River Thames and what the warnings mean.
Weekly reports on rainfall and river flow in England for the last 3 months.
How to meet the general binding rules or apply for a permit if you have a septic tank or treatment plant - fees, application forms and exceptions
You can use the pre-application advice service to make sure your permit application is correct.
Environment Agency office locations and our address for legal services.
Stricter background checks to be introduced for waste carriers
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