The Land Drainage Act 1991 (1991 c 59) consolidates laws governing the drainage of land in England and Wales, focusing on flood risk management and agricultural productivity. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of drainage boards, local authorities, and landowners in maintaining watercourses and managing flood risk. The Act provides mechanisms for the financing of drainage and flood defence works through levies and drainage rates. It aims to protect land quality and ensure efficient water management, balancing environmental concerns with agricultural and developmental needs.
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TAKE A FREE TRIALThe Land Drainage Act 1991 (1991 c 59) consolidates laws governing the drainage of land in England and Wales, focusing on flood risk management and agricultural productivity. It outlines the roles and responsibilities of drainage boards, local authorities, and landowners in maintaining watercourses and managing flood risk. The Act provides mechanisms for the financing of drainage and flood defence works through levies and drainage rates. It aims to protect land quality and ensure efficient water management, balancing environmental concerns with agricultural and developmental needs.
LexisNexis traffic light system shows the status of legislation and cases so you are always using up-to-date law while historical versioning and legislative timelines lets you see exactly what has changed in legislation over time.
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