Innes Thomson

Chief Executive, ADA ( Association of Drainage Authorities )

[Innes Thomson @InnesThomson]

Yes, there will be long-term choices to make but here-&-now, we need the necessary support to keep the pumps running whilst future solutions are developed. If it makes economic sense, perhaps we need to take the same view as the Dutch and increase flood protection standards ?

[Dave Throup @DaveThroup]

Costs of pumping flood away away from low lying areas escalating as the atmosphere heats, causing budget headaches.

The bigger issue is that pumping is not a viable long term option as rainfall and floods inevitably get bigger.

Hard choices are coming.

https://t.co/RZQ50NxoUc

[Innes Thomson @InnesThomson]

Internal Drainage Boards help carefully manage water levels in over 400 #SSSIs. Very important that our water networks are maintained not only to move water from floods, but for droughts too. @ADA_updates @ciwem next APPG for sustainable drought & flood on 9th Oct

[Natural England @NaturalEngland]

Natural England welcomes @WildlifeTrusts climate adaptation report today.

A #NatureRecoveryNetwork that builds resilience and adapts to change is essential to address #ClimateChange.

We look forward to accelerating our work with @defragovuk and partners.

[Witham & Humber DBs @WDIDB]

We are #recruiting We have a #vacancy for a Project #Engineer and a Land Drainage Operative. See our website for details. Closing date for applications 02.09.2024 https://t.co/YrI4VVAcZO apply now! #IDBs #Drainage #FloodAware

[Dogdyke Steam Pumping Station @DogdykeSteam]

It's our second open evening of the year this Thursday 15th August
All are welcome from 1700 to 2000 and the weather looks as if it is going to be great!!!!
https://t.co/RXrWEZJJHK

[The_WMA @The_WMA]

#NorfolkRiversIDB recently designed & delivered a new footbridge & #footpath improvement project for Brundall & Blofield parish councils!
Utilising recycled ♻️ plastics & UK-sourced oak, the durable & #eco-friendly bridge connects two green 🌳🌿 spaces
#Nature #PublicAccess 🚶‍♂️

[Upper Ouse Water Management Board @UpperOuseWMB]

Enforcing our 9m bylaws is crucial to ensure machinery has the space needed for watercourse maintenance. We encourage planting on the non-working bank to provide habitat and create shade. If you're considering this, please consult our engineers for assistance. #consenting 🚜

[Peter Powell @powell_peter]

While it may look pretty, Himalayan balsam is a invasive plant damaging the UKs rivers.

It can grow 7m high, produce up to 800 seeds per plant and shoot them up to 7m away.

A 🧵about this invasive species 👇

[Innes Thomson @InnesThomson]

Like the use of timber #sustainable solutions. Our #IDBs know how to do this well. @ADA_updates

[Upper Ouse Water Management Board @UpperOuseWMB]

Excessive flows this winter have caused multiple bank collapses across our districts. Our operatives have been working to board, reshaped and grass seed to aid stability to the affected banks #winter2023 #revetmentwork 💧

[Innes Thomson @InnesThomson]

@3speeders Happy Anniv to you both. Love Mr T’s shirt…

[Innes Thomson @InnesThomson]

@seandunderdale Morning Sean, if you need any water level or drainage input, give us a shout @ADA_updates and we can put you in touch with key people at the Lincs #IDBs @robertcaudwell

[Innes Thomson @InnesThomson]

Would you like to work with @ADA_updates at this exciting time of new challenges and opportunities in water level & flood risk management ? Get in touch with us if you are interested in the job we are advertising at https://t.co/266qnoCs56

[Innes Thomson @InnesThomson]

Green signals all the way to York from LKX this eve @LNER in 1h52 mins non-stop. That’s an average speed of 102mph👍

[Mary Long-Dhonau OBE @floodmary]

Flash #floods likely tomorrow! Please plan in advance if you think it may happen to you. Losing your memories is just awful!

[Innes Thomson @InnesThomson]

Thanks @DefraGovUK for a great opportunity to meet Ministers and the senior management team this evening @EmmaHardyMPHull @SteveReedMP and look forward to pressing forward with much needed work to manage & maintain our ageing flood risk assets. @ADA_updates

[Innes Thomson @InnesThomson]

Read my latest @ADA_updates blog at https://t.co/zQca4VsBfk

[Innes Thomson @InnesThomson]

@mukherjee_sarah @MaryCreagh_ @SteveReedMP @iemanet Good to see you Sarah

[Innes Thomson @InnesThomson]

@DaveThroup @PhialaM My support added to @DaveThroup comments and of note that @PhialaM says that the introduction of an automated system for this coming winter is “premature and potentially risky”. Needs extensive ghost testing alongside expert input before operating alone.

[FENACORE @FenacoreOficial]

España es el país que más presas destruye de Europa. En medio de la sequía, son muchos los ciudadanos que no entienden su destrucción y los expertos ven necesarias las presas en un entorno cada vez más seco y con menos precipitaciones.

👉https://t.co/yqURErx0Ps

Vía @larazon_es

[BBC Norfolk @BBCNorfolk]

Winter flood risk leads to urgent call for action https://t.co/TEJqMW4DDi

[Innes Thomson @InnesThomson]

@Henry_Ward91 @EnvAgency @AlanLovellEA @wheat_daddy @NFUtweets @ProagriLtd @BBCPaulMurphy There is real need for a policy reset on proper funding for river maintenance. The system is heavily skewed towards spending on new projects and time has come rebalancing towards managing existing flood assets and recognising the benefits of food-producing land @ADA_updates