Statement from new Waterways Minister – hedging bets?
The following written statement made today by Defra minister Richard Benyon MP with regard to inland waterways in England and Wales sort of sits on the fence
Reduced operating hours to Plank Lane Lift Bridge
British Waterways have announced a reduction in the operating hours at Plank Lane Lift Bridge on the Leeds and Liverpool Canal
BW says “Survey and NABO dialogue are invaluable”
British Waterways’ Boaters’ Update May 2010 praises NABO.
Yours to Enjoy Anytime?
British Waterways is this week launching a campaign to inspire more people to discover the varied delights of Staffordshire’s canals and rivers.
BW announce canalphone for emergency stoppages
Throughout summer 2010 in addition to posting details of emergency stoppages on Waterscape.com, BW will provide the information on Canalphone (01923 201402).
BW Yard at Marsworth
BW are proposing to hold 2 meetings to show the public its amended plans for this re-development.
British Waterways is listening!
Earlier this winter, John Slee, NABO’s continuous cruising rep, emailed British Waterways with a complaint, that Sally Ash, Head of Boating Services, has described as "well justified".
Where do I report waterway problems?
Who do I report problems with the waterways to?
BW Moorings Consultation
The aims of this British Waterways consultation are to: improve understanding of the complex issues associated with management of moorings on BW’s 2,000 mile historic waterway network in England and Wales invite feedback on new policy proposals which we have developed with help from national boating organisations.
NABO WC Surveys 2009
Dear friends At the end of August this year, NABO invited members, boat owners and hirers to respond to either or both of our online surveys: British Waterways' Waterways Condition Survey 2009 and Other Agencies' Waterways Condition Survey 2009.