It’s almost a year since work started on a £54.7m scheme to keep 5,000 homes and businesses safe from flooding in Preston and South Ribble.
The Environment Agency has been working alongside local councils for more than four years to develop the scheme, which includes new defence walls and embankments on the River Ribble around Broadgate and Lower Penwortham. The plans will also see existing defences refreshed and the use of glass paneling to maintain river views. Construction of phase one is expected to be complete by the end of 2024.
A new culvert has also been installed in this location. Once work is completed in the Margaret Road area, construction of the new wetland habitat at Ribble Sidings will commence. It is currently scheduled to be opened to the public by Autumn 2024. Broadgate and Riverside, Preston Enabling works have been completed along Broadgate and Riverside, including sewer strengthening and electricity cable diversions.
Australia Latest News, Australia Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
The evidence that shows climate change is already impacting our bills, homes, health and businessesi canvassed leading researchers' opinions and looked at key reports into the impacts climate change is having - this is what we found
Read more »
'Disjointed' green space set to become new homesA plot of green space in Warsop could be turned into 36 homes, if Mansfield District Council's planning committee follows advice
Read more »
Objections to homes proposed in Molyneaux Avenue, BovingdonSeveral people have objection to a developer’s request to build 43 homes on land that has been removed from green belt.
Read more »
Warning as over a million UK homes at risk of floodingSee if your home is at risk of flooding amid a new warning that up to 1.5 million UK houses could be lost over rising sea levels.
Read more »
Strictly Come Dancing stars' stunning homes away from the ballroom: Dianne Buswell, Kai Widdrington and moreInside the Strictly stars' beautiful family homes, bachelor pads, London flats and more
Read more »
Breakthrough Battery Paves The Way For Sustainable HomesThe University of Cincinnati has developed a new, water-free redox flow battery design that operates at four volts, eliminating the need for expensive membranes and offering safer and cost-effective energy storage solutions.
Read more »