Local authorities

Helping you to oversee compliance and enforce against unlawful activities.

We advise local authorities and lead local flood authorities on all aspects of flood and drainage. We understand the practical and regulatory challenges of delivering flood defence schemes, particularly on main rivers under delegated powers.

Lead Flood Authority responsibilities frequently span miles of drains and watercourses, as well as flood storage areas and reservoirs — all interacting with utilities outside authority control. Highway drainage adds further obligations and complexity. We understand these challenges.

We also act for local authorities in contaminated land proceedings, ensuring compliance with legislation and preventing unnecessary remediation liabilities.

And when specialist issues arise beyond the scope of inhouse teams, we provide fast, targeted and cost effective advice across the full range of water, drainage and pollution matters.