Post by Hoppy on Apr 27, 2006 15:48:07 GMT -1
Agency publishes water management strategy for Tywi, Taf
and Gwendraeth area
Following consultation with the public and the Stakeholder Group, Environment Agency Wales has now launched the Catchment Abstraction Management Strategy (CAMS) for the
Tywi, Taf and Gwendraeth river catchments. This strategy will enable sustainablemanagement of water resources within rivers and their tributaries over the next six years,while balancing the many competing water uses.
Elizabeth James, Agency CAMS Officer said: ‘These river catchments contain some of the most beautiful landscapes and support a rich diversity of wildlife. The benefits that these bring to people's lives and the local economy are significant. The rivers have played a large part in the development of the landscape. They support the wildlife, their fisheries are important for angling, and they also provide domestic and industrial water supplies both
locally and across south west Wales. It is important to protect these vital resources.
‘This strategy allows everyone to see where water is available for further abstraction and how we propose to manage these water resources in the future. It is available to anyone who has
an interest in water resources, but particularly those who wish to abstract water from these catchments for any purpose. The Tywi, Taf & Gwendraeth CAMS will enable business and private individuals to consider water resource availability prior to applying for an abstraction licence.’
Following the consultation period last autumn, a Statement of Response was issued. This and the final strategy document are available to view on the Agency web site,
www.environment-agency.gov.uk/cams
If you would like to receive a paper copy of either document, please contact Elizabeth James, CAMS Officer, Tel: 01437 783053 or email cams.walessouthwest@environmentagency.gov.uk.
The Environment Agency is also currently undertaking a review of all licensed water abstractions and the operation of releases from Llyn Brianne Reservoir to see if they may potentially impact on the Afon Tywi Special Area of Conservation. If potential impacts are identified, we can consider options for mitigating those impacts. While the work on identifying the impacts and options is to be completed shortly, mitigation measures may
not be in place for some time due to the complicated process of identifying suitable measures and the cost and time implications of any necessary engineering works.
and Gwendraeth area
Following consultation with the public and the Stakeholder Group, Environment Agency Wales has now launched the Catchment Abstraction Management Strategy (CAMS) for the
Tywi, Taf and Gwendraeth river catchments. This strategy will enable sustainablemanagement of water resources within rivers and their tributaries over the next six years,while balancing the many competing water uses.
Elizabeth James, Agency CAMS Officer said: ‘These river catchments contain some of the most beautiful landscapes and support a rich diversity of wildlife. The benefits that these bring to people's lives and the local economy are significant. The rivers have played a large part in the development of the landscape. They support the wildlife, their fisheries are important for angling, and they also provide domestic and industrial water supplies both
locally and across south west Wales. It is important to protect these vital resources.
‘This strategy allows everyone to see where water is available for further abstraction and how we propose to manage these water resources in the future. It is available to anyone who has
an interest in water resources, but particularly those who wish to abstract water from these catchments for any purpose. The Tywi, Taf & Gwendraeth CAMS will enable business and private individuals to consider water resource availability prior to applying for an abstraction licence.’
Following the consultation period last autumn, a Statement of Response was issued. This and the final strategy document are available to view on the Agency web site,
www.environment-agency.gov.uk/cams
If you would like to receive a paper copy of either document, please contact Elizabeth James, CAMS Officer, Tel: 01437 783053 or email cams.walessouthwest@environmentagency.gov.uk.
The Environment Agency is also currently undertaking a review of all licensed water abstractions and the operation of releases from Llyn Brianne Reservoir to see if they may potentially impact on the Afon Tywi Special Area of Conservation. If potential impacts are identified, we can consider options for mitigating those impacts. While the work on identifying the impacts and options is to be completed shortly, mitigation measures may
not be in place for some time due to the complicated process of identifying suitable measures and the cost and time implications of any necessary engineering works.