Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is asking people to be vigilant and prepared as heavy rainfall is expected to lead to flooding and disruption across Wales. With rivers already swollen and the ground saturated, we expect to see a number of flood alerts and warnings issued from later on this evening and into the early hours…
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) is taking action to address a lesser-known source of water pollution – misconnected household appliances. Following several reports of pollution impacting the River Taff near Mynachdy Road in Cardiff and the River Ely near Michaelston-Super-Ely, NRW’s investigation uncovered more than 30 cases of misconnected wastewater pipes. We are pleased to announce…
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has welcomed Neil Sachdev, who officially begins his role as Chair of the Board this week, following his appointment by the Welsh Government earlier this year. He succeeds Sir David Henshaw, who stepped down on 31 October after completing two terms of service. NRW is the largest Welsh Government Sponsored body,…
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) continues to strengthen its regulation of the water industry in Wales, as data from its annual Environmental Performance Assessment report shows another year of disappointing results for Dŵr Cymru Welsh Water. https://unearthed.greenpeace.org/2023/08/04/interactive-map-sewage-spills-pollution-protected-areas/ Live status: Discharging Owned by: Welsh Water Local authority: RCT Council CSO name: Mike’s Field Storm Overflow Aberaman Receiving Water course: Afon Cynon …
Following the statement from Labour’s Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change on plans to create a new economic regulator for water in Wales, the Welsh Conservatives have criticised the management of Wales’ waterways by the Labour Welsh Government. Janet Finch-Saunders MS, Welsh Conservative Shadow Cabinet Secretary for Climate Change and the Environment, also condemned Dŵr Cymru…
Take a close look at these two NRW flood maps of Aberaman.The older map clearly shows large sections of the Aberaman floodplain highlighted as high-risk flood zones. But in the latest version, much of that same area—now heavily developed—has mysteriously lost its flood-risk status. It’s hard not to notice the difference.So, the question is: where…
Recently, staff from Natural Resources Wales (NRW) and National Trust Cymru came together for a volunteering day in the stunning Nant Ffrancon valley in Snowdonia. We collected process seeds from local trees that will help create new woodland and restore vital habitats in the area. The day began with a walk across National Trust land…
Natural Resources Wales (NRW) has launched a pre-application consultation for proposed drainage works at the disused coal tip in Penyrenglyn, Rhondda Cynon Taff. The coal tip is classified as a Category D tip, one of the highest risk categories, and currently lacks a formal drainage system. The works aim to reduce the risk of landslides…
Whether it’s a walk in the woods, a picnic with friends and family, or soaking up vitamin sea on the beach, many of us will be getting outdoors and enjoying the countryside this bank holiday weekend. From rolling hills and winding paths to beautiful beaches and floral fields, Wales is brimming with wonderful and rugged…
South East Wales has been officially declared a drought area, following one of the driest six-month periods since 1976. The announcement by Natural Resources Wales (NRW) on Thursday, August 14, 2025, comes amid growing concerns over dwindling river flows, record-low groundwater levels, and the potential impact on public water supplies, agriculture, and the environment.[1][2][3][4] The…
