23 April 2026 Flood Bund Update

Progress update 23 April 2026

 Project progress update

  • Planning application approved
  • Great Crested Newt Licence approved
  • Existing newt fencing has been repaired
  • Detection dogs have been used as part of newt management – no newts found.
  • Contracts with WCC and Griffiths have been finalised and formally entered into.

Site Mobilisation

  • Site mobilisation commenced this week (Monday 20 April 20206) at the Village Hall area.
  • Current works are focusing on setting up the site compound.
  • Stone is being imported to raise the cabin bases (flood prevention).

Upcoming Works

  • Ongoing site set-up will continue next week.
  • Vegetation clearance is planned to commence on 5 May 2026.
  • A temporary access track will be provided for farmers.
  • Works on Ham Lane and the associated temporary access arrangements will commence.
All deadlines and project timescales may be subject to change

Published: 01/05/2026 Published by: Severn Stoke & Croome d'Abitot Parish Council

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