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  • Dutch River - Embankment works gather pace

    Works have resumed on site following the winter closedown, with embankment improvements progressing well at the downstream end of the Dutch River near Goole. Site offices at the Rawcliffe Bridge compound are now fully in place, and access works (Trackmats) are being installed to support work planned along the upstream embankment this year.

    Engagement has continued with those directly affected by the works including local residents and businesses, Internal Drainage Boards (IDB), Canal & River Trust (CRT), Associated British Ports (ABP), and Network Rail. Discussions with East Riding Council on the Greenway improvements have restarted, and we are coordinating with

    Works have resumed on site following the winter closedown, with embankment improvements progressing well at the downstream end of the Dutch River near Goole. Site offices at the Rawcliffe Bridge compound are now fully in place, and access works (Trackmats) are being installed to support work planned along the upstream embankment this year.

    Engagement has continued with those directly affected by the works including local residents and businesses, Internal Drainage Boards (IDB), Canal & River Trust (CRT), Associated British Ports (ABP), and Network Rail. Discussions with East Riding Council on the Greenway improvements have restarted, and we are coordinating with events marking Goole’s bicentenary this year, including EA attendance at a celebratory flotilla planned for July.

  • 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

    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.

  • The Dutch River: River Went to Ouse Confluence

    An Initial Assessment (IA) of the condition of flood defences along the Dutch River was undertaken as part of a wider strategic review of flood risk management assets in the Middle Humber area, informing the MH-CaMP programme. The Dutch River: River Went to Ouse Confluence project is a capital maintenance initiative aimed at addressing issues identified through the IA. The works will help reduce the likelihood of failure or breach, maintaining the current standard of protection provided by approximately 10km of defences on the left (northern) bank of the river.

    The proposed works include topping up low spots, widening the

    An Initial Assessment (IA) of the condition of flood defences along the Dutch River was undertaken as part of a wider strategic review of flood risk management assets in the Middle Humber area, informing the MH-CaMP programme. The Dutch River: River Went to Ouse Confluence project is a capital maintenance initiative aimed at addressing issues identified through the IA. The works will help reduce the likelihood of failure or breach, maintaining the current standard of protection provided by approximately 10km of defences on the left (northern) bank of the river.

    The proposed works include topping up low spots, widening the crest, and stabilising the embankment slope at key locations. Mobilisation began in the week of 29 September, slightly later than planned, with current activity focused around the upstream end of Dutch River Side, where progress has been steady.

    The scheme also incorporates improvements to the existing ‘Greenway’ pedestrian footpath and cycleway, which runs nearly 5km between Rawcliffe Bridge and Goole Docks.