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Commons · Question 121211 · Tabled 16 Mar 2026 · Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs · Official record
Answered 23 Mar 2026
Question
Asked by David Simmonds
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what guidance has been given to local authorities on removing unauthorised moorings on rivers; and what is the division of responsibilities between (a) councils and (b) Environment Age
Answer
Answered by Emma Hardy, 23 Mar 2026
Navigation authorities are responsible for managing operations on their waterways and the Government does not direct that. Boaters are expected to comply with the terms of their licences for the benefit of all waterway users, including any restrictions on...