AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoFlood resilience in Scotland: A new £15m Scottish government fund will back sustainable drainage, nature-based solutions and coastal measures to cut flood risk and erosion, with extra support for communities recovering from recent flooding. Moors water management: The National Trust and United Utilities are installing 137 “leaky dams” on the Stubbins Estate to slow runoff, reduce downstream flooding and improve river water quality. Drought and heat impacts: The Met Office warns of a shift to heavy rain and possible thunderstorms next week after a record dry, hot summer, with England and Wales still facing drought conditions. Plastic and recycling pressure: Defra figures show single-use carrier bag sales in England fell sharply but still total 399m bags, while recycling delays could mean more waste going to landfill or incineration. Local environment in action: Northumberland’s “leave no trace” push urges visitors to use legal campsites and waste disposal, and five North Yorkshire parks win Green Flag Awards. Wildlife and nature: Two red panda sisters are sent from the Isle of Wight to France to support endangered-species breeding. Community outdoors: A North East gymnastics club secures £1,000 to improve facilities, backing wellbeing and sport.
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