Environment Agency Fit For Purpose?

Yorkshire farmer who was forced to build his own DIY 8ft flood wall after authorities refused to step in is now DENIED planning permission by Environment Agency 

EXCLUSIVE: Farmer John Flintoff, of Crakehill, North Yorkshire, right, built a huge flood barrier to protect his farm and his neighbour's home from the elements. He constructed the soil bank, top left, which he covered with grass, over nine months without realising he needed planning permission. He was astonished when, after completing the project in May 2018, the Environment Agency objected to the barrier - claiming it could push flood water on to others. Thankfully Hambleton District Council ignored the agency, praised Mr Flintoff's efforts and gave him the seal of approval. When the heavens opened last month the DIY flood bank - stretching 720ft and standing 8ft high - held firm. Mail.