Work on a new £34 million flood alleviation scheme in Warrington is now complete.

More than 2,000 homes and businesses across nine residential/public areas of the town will be protected from flooding from the River Mersey.

The three-phase scheme comprises of 5km of flood walls and 2.2km of embankment, as well as improved amenity and recreational opportunities and upgraded habitat conditions along the river corridor.

The Environment Agency worked closely with Warrington Borough Council, who contributed £4m towards the scheme, of which 1m was ‘works in kind'. Scottish Power, who owns and operates a high voltage substation in the Howley area, also contributed £2m to the scheme to better protect this key piece of Warrington infrastructure.


The development was officially opened by Environment Agency Chief Executive, Sir James Bevan and the town's Mayor, Councillor Les Morgan, on Friday, 26 January.

Sir James Bevan said: "The scheme not only brings flood risk benefits but the work in the area is also good news for walkers, birdwatchers and wildlife. It's been great to see the Environment Agency working together in partnership to better protect Warrington – a fine example of what can be achieved by working with others.

"These new flood defences will not only benefit hundreds of homes and businesses in the area but will also safeguard critical infrastructure, vital in keeping the town moving."



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