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Promise the earth for World Environment Day

Promise to make a small difference to your lifestyle and you can help protect the environment. If you’re already saving water and recycling, make a big promise and make a bigger difference. We want everyone to promise the earth for World Environment Day.
Check the water situation in your area

Many areas of England and Wales are likely to be affected by a drought this summer. Find out whether your area is likely to have a water shortage, whether there is a hosepipe ban in place and what you can do to save water.
Find out the best places to go fishing

Use your local fishing guide to find out where you can fish in your area. You can also find out how much they cost, what type of fishing is available, accessibility and more. Read the guides here.
Agricultural Waste - New Regulations

New agricultural waste regulations will come into force on the 15th May 2006. The new rules will affect whether farmers can burn, bury, store, use or send farm waste elsewhere. Farmers have until 15th May 2007 to register their waste exemptions.
Environmental Protection and Water Abstraction charges for 2006/07

If we regulate your business you may need to pay charges for certain activities. We consulted on our charging proposals last autumn and we've taken account of your responses. The new charges will come into force on 1 April. Find out here how this may affect you.
Rivers

Is your local river healthy? Enter your postcode or town to find out now.
What's in your backyard? Find out about your local environment