EA chief claims breaking up agency would be 'disruptive'

Environment Agency bosses have hit back at suggestions that the regulator should be slimmed down, with its flooding responsibilities separated out from other duties.

Abi Kay
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EA chief claims breaking up agency would be 'disruptive'

Environment Agency bosses have hit back at suggestions that the regulator should be slimmed down, with its flooding responsibilities separated out from other duties. The issue has been on the agenda...

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