Written question asked by Ben Obese-Jecty (Conservative) on Monday, 19 January 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 21 January 2026. It was answered by Emma Hardy (Labour) on Tuesday, 27 January 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
River Great Ouse: Flood Control
- Question
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To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what is the current asset condition of a) Brownshill and b) St Ives staunch.
- Answer
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The current asset condition of Brownshill Staunch sluice is rated as poor (gates 1 and 2) and very poor (gate 3).
The current asset condition of St Ives Staunch sluice is rated as poor.
The Environment Agency carries out an accredited visual inspection of assets to assess their condition and performance every 6 – 24 months. The frequency of inspection depends on the asset’s priority.
Secondary information
- Type
- Written question
- Reference
- 106662
- Session
- 2024-26
- Subjects
- Flood control Repairs and maintenance Cambridgeshire River Great Ouse
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- 2026-01-27 17:08:47 +0000
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