Dutch River - Engagement ahead of construction

Works are progressing steadily following mobilisation and site set-up at the end of September despite the recent wet weather and high spring tides causing some challenges. The focus is currently around the downstream areas near Goole.

Extensive engagement has been ongoing ahead of and alongside mobilisation and construction start, including:

• Discussions with landowners including Internal Drainage Boards (IDBs), Canal & Rivers Trust (CRT) and Associated British Ports (ABP) as well as other stakeholders, such as Network Rail, Exolum, Northern Gas Networks and Yorkshire Water, concerning the works and associated access, agreements, permits and permissions for the delivery phase.
• Discussions with local residents and businesses around potential construction impacts and planned mitigation
• Briefings issued to local MP (David Davis); ERYC; Goole Town Council and local Parish Councils
• Press Release issued to coincide with Flood Action Week, which has received strong local coverage

The work is expected to continue over two earthworks seasons, with completion planned for summer 2027.