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Programme of Measures

Details on measures required under existing European Directives together with information on how we have implemented other controls to protect our waters can be found in the mechanisms for action document(.PDF 138Kb)Opens in new window..

There are a number of existing plans and programmes that contribute to the management of water bodies and act as drives for change to the water environment. We have complied a register of plans and programmes(.PDF 164Kb)Opens in new window. that are relevant to each draft River Basin Management Plan

There are other local initiatives and projects that will contribute to helping us achieve the objectives we have set for our waters. We want to gather information on all activities being carried out to enhance and protect our rivers, lakes and coastal waters, fens, bogs and designated conservation areas. You can help by downloading and completing the Projects Aiming to Increase Aquatic Resources Form – for your project or initiative.

Environmental Reports have been prepared as part of the Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) of the River Basin Management Plans (RBMP) and Programme of Measures (POM).

Environmental Report(.PDF 6.4Mb)Opens in new window.

Appendix(.PDF 1.9Mb)Opens in new window.

Habitats Directive Article 6 assessments are required under the Habitats Directive where a plan or project may give rise to significant effects upon any site designated for conservation as part of the Natura 2000 network.

Article 6 assessment for North Eastern River Basin District (RBD)(.PDF 5.4Mb)Opens in new window.

Appendix I for North Eastern RBD(.PDF 206Kb)Opens in new window.

Appendix II for North Eastern RBD(.PDF 3.8Mb)Opens in new window.

Appendix III for North Eastern RBD(.PDF 3.7Mb)Opens in new window.