🎉 Celebrating 40 Years of the Thames Barrier! 🎉

On its milestone birthday, we're sharing images from its opening ceremony. Operated by Environment Agency, this colossal flood barrier has protected London for four decades.

Here's to 40 years of resilience! #ThamesBarrier40

“London would not be the city it is today without the Thames Barrier.”

Watch our Chair, Alan Lovell’s, thank you message to Thames Barrier staff for all the work they do to keep London safe from the threat of flooding on its 40th anniversary 👇

Our Fisheries Enforcement Officers recently visited Westwood Lakes in Boston, where they undertook rod licence inspections during the close season.

A total of 138 licences were checked, with no offences.

To purchase a licence, please visit: gov.uk/fishing-licenc…

40 years ago today the Thames Barrier was opened by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.

To this day, it stands proudly as a testament to our commitment to protect people and properties from flooding.

Join us in wishing the Barrier a happy 40th anniversary!🎉
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Have you ever wondered what it’s like to work on London’s biggest flood defence?

Two of the #ThamesBarrier ’s most senior workers answered some tell-all questions about their jobs and the Barrier.

Some of their answers might surprise you 👀👇

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Are you spending time outside this #BankHoliday weekend? ☀

Remember to stay safe if you're around water. Although the weather is warming up, water temperatures are still very cold!🌊

Watch our video to find what to do if you end up in the water unexpectedly👇

#RespectTheWater

Want to try a new activity with your mates this bank holiday?

Fishing is a great way to spend quality time with friends and the perfect opportunity to think about the little things in life.

Don’t forget your fishing licence!

📱Get your licence today: gov.uk/fishing-licenc…

🐟 We’ve teamed up with recent gameshow winner Harry Clark to highlight how fishing helps ease stress and boosts mental health.

Either with loved ones, or on your own, fishing is great to de-stress and connect with nature.

Get your #FishingLicence today: gov.uk/fishing-licenc…

Help us stop waste criminals 🛑

Neighbours affected by illegal storage and burning of waste gave evidence in court that helped us secure a conviction.

Report waste criminals anonymously to Crimestoppers. 100% anonymous. Always.

Read more: gov.uk/government/new…

There's a forecast of heavy rainfall and #thunderstorms for parts of the #WestMidlands later today and into tomorrow.

As a result there is a possibility of surface water #flooding .

Keep up to date with the latest situation 👇

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Do vote for the #floodresilient Lego house to be manufactured.
An amazing way to raise #floodawareness & promote the use of #PFR & #floodresilient gardens.
(& there's a FloodMary character into the bargain.)
We need 10,000 votes
GO! 👍

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🚨 Our fisheries enforcement officers have been working with Angling Trust volunteers to crack down on illegal fishing and close season offences as part of #OperationClampdown .

❌ Don’t get caught out.

📱Digitally receive your licence today: gov.uk/fishing-licenc…

Stay together and away from water when drinking.

26% of accidental drownings on inland waterways are under the influence of drugs or alcohol (RLS, 2022).  

#BeWaterAware #RespectTheWater #FloatToLive National Fire Chiefs Council

Waste criminals collect and dump waste in places not designed to safely treat it.

This damages your environment, pollutes your air, land and water.

If you spot illegal waste activity happening in your area, report it anonymously to Crimestoppers. 100% anonymous. Always.

We're using innovative and sustainable solutions to protect local areas from flooding.

The Hexham Flood Alleviation Scheme used low-carbon concrete in their flood walls, protecting properties while being good for the environment.

Find out more👇
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Around 5 billion extra litres of water will be needed every day in England by 2050 due to climate change and population growth.

By working together, farmers can have a positive impact in improving our use of water resources in times of drought and safeguarding our food security.

We’re supporting #BeWaterAware .

Invest just 1 minute of your time today to learn how to avoid accidental drowning happening to you or your loved ones.

Watch this video.

#RespectTheWater National Fire Chiefs Council

We're supporting #BeWaterAware

If someone gets into difficulty in water, remember to call, tell, throw:

📲Call 999
⭐️Tell the person to float in a starfish shape on their back
🛟Throw them something that floats

National Fire Chiefs Council #RespectTheWater

We use money from fishing licences to benefit the angling community and make the sport accessible for all.

Remember, when you buy a licence, you are helping make a difference.

📱 Go paperless - digitally receive your licence today: gov.uk/fishing-licenc…

The #ThamesBarrier is London's primary flood defence 🏙️

It protects 1.42 million people in Central London from the threat of tidal flooding, and has been raised over 221 times since it opened in 1983.

Find out more about the Barrier and its crucial role in keeping people safe👇