Phil Brewin

Wetland Ecologist #SomersetLevels mostly water level management #wetlands #ditchology also on Facebook

[Phil Brewin @waterlevels]

Parrett IDB controlling a highly invasive aquatic plant, floating pennywort, around Westonzoyland on the Somerset Levels. The machine was pressure washed after the operation to prevent transport to a new location. #biosecurity

[Phil Brewin @waterlevels]

Water level management https://t.co/aJGMtdzFnL

[Defra Soils & Peat @DefraSoils]

They form part of our wider plans to take forward action on all recommendations of the independent chair's report following the Lowland Agricultural Peat Task Force, which we published in June: https://t.co/lcAgcEYQG5

[Defra Soils & Peat @DefraSoils]

We're now announcing the 34 winners of the Lowland Agricultural Peat Water Discovery Pilot (£3.1m funding) and Small Infrastructure Pilot (£3.8m funding), which are important steps in delivering on our lowland peat commitments. You can read more here: https://t.co/IszVxj9y8l

[ADA @ADA_updates]

Excellent presentations & discussion at our annual Environment Day at Park Farm Thorney in the heart of the #Fens. Discussing the role of water level managers in enhancing the lowland aquatic environment. #LowlandPeat #WaterQuality #BiodiversityNetGain #InvertedHedges

[Phil Brewin @waterlevels]

Happy World Wetlands Day. I spent the day representing one of the world’s greatest wetlands #SomersetLevels at the ADA Environment Day, presenting our @IDBsomerset work on controlling invasive non-native water plants. #WorldWetlandsDay @ADA_updates @CABI_Invasives @DefraWater

[ADA @ADA_updates]

Looking forward to seeing lots of members tomorrow at our second annual Environment Day 2024 on #WorldWetlandsDay. Some great presentations lined up including from: @DefraSoils @NaturalEngland @AnglianWater @MLC1862 @GLNPnature @waterlevels @jojabaker

[Environment AgencySW @EnvAgencySW]

#Somerset Flood Warning in force for the River Brue & Glastonbury Millstream from #Lovington to #Highbridge, including Tootle Bridge, Catsham, Church Moor at Baltonsborough, Street Drove, the B3151 Glastonbury to Meare road, Westhay Bridge and Tadham Moor. https://t.co/GZAQftKmQk

[Phil Brewin @waterlevels]

Somerset Levels (and their catchments) future flood management consultation: please have a look at the draft strategy and flood action plan from the Somerset Rivers Authority, it’s your chance to comment on, and shape, the new plan.

[Somerset Rivers Authority @SRAnews]

Everybody in Somerset is affected by flooding. Somerset Rivers Authority exists to reduce flooding - and we've drafted a new strategy for the next 10 years. Give us your views - and share your flooding concerns. Please repost (RT) https://t.co/WiWM4qfiEz

[Somerset Rivers Authority @SRAnews]

Somerset Rivers Authority on @bbcsomerset this morning at 7.10 & 8.09 🙂 - on the SRA's new draft strategy to reduce Somerset flooding. Interviewed by @Ruthsays, @DixieDarch then Cllr Mike Stanton. To have your say on the strategy - https://t.co/vKyiVypfnN https://t.co/Y0vRTMTUy8

[Somerset Rivers Authority @SRAnews]

Out now: the SRA Annual Report 2022-23. Features dozens of places across Somerset from Dulverton to Rode, and subjects including dredging, river restoration, beavers, peat, tree planting, SuDS, mudslides, road drainage, climate adaptation and much more https://t.co/lyIg9Cn6eu ⬇️

[Phil Brewin @waterlevels]

@ADA_updates @IDBsomerset @EnvAgencySW @SRAnews @SomersetCouncil @NE_Wessex Thanks @ADA_updates, coordinated actions and a rapid response are essential in limiting the impacts of non-native invasive species on lowland water management and wetland ecology, most especially floating pennywort #SomersetLevels #NonNativeSpecies #wetlands #floatingpennywort

[ADA @ADA_updates]

An important 🧵 👇 from @waterlevels showing the threat from #invasivenonnativespecies 🍀 in our lowland aquatic environment & the value of having a local #InternalDrainageBoard @IDBsomerset able to intervene & work with partners @EnvAgencySW @SRAnews @SomersetCouncil @NE_Wessex

[Phil Brewin @waterlevels]

@IDBsomerset has responded quickly and already searched this location twice and removed any pennywort found, we will continue our effort. We are also working with @EnvAgencySW on a Somerset wide programme of pennywort surveillance and control.

[Phil Brewin @waterlevels]

Wetland invasive species #SomersetLevels a small patch of Floating Pennywort has been found in the Penzoy river near Middlezoy. The first record of pennywort in a pump drained channel on the Somerset Levels (Westonzoyland pumps).

[Phil Brewin @waterlevels]

If pennywort is allowed to establish here it will fill and clog the Penzoy and spread downstream into the Kings Sedgemoor Drain. It has the potential to be an enormous problem with serious consequences for flood management and wetland ecology.

[ADA @ADA_updates]

Looks like one of @waterlevels @IDBsomerset tilting weirs carefully retaining water safely for the #SomersetLevels. #InternalDrainageBoards have a vital role for lowland peatlands. We're excited to be on that journey with Small Infrastructure Pilots announced yday by @DefraGovUK

[ADA @ADA_updates]

The £5.45 million Lowland Agricultural Peat Small Infrastructure Pilot (LAPSIP) will be delivered between 2023 and 2025 with the support of @ADA_updates

We look forward to working with #InternalDrainageBoards in delivering innovative water level management for lowland peatlands

[Peter Powell @powell_peter]

The environment agency has inspected 4000 farms and found 5,500 non compliance issues.

Shows the importance of regulatory enforcement, not just for the environment but also to create a level playing field for those farms who are spending money to do the right thing.

[Somerset Wildlife Trust @SomersetWT]

Are you concerned about water quality in Somerset? 💦

We'll be joined by speakers from @wessexwater for a special online event next week, all about Somerset's water! Book your free place below! 👇
https://t.co/f7PAUz2N4N

#WilderMatters #Somerset #Environment

[Rewilding Britain @RewildingB]

For #WorldRewildingDay we're focussing on the real hope offered by rewilding initiatives around Britain, from resowing seagrass in Scotland to creating new jobs in the Lake District.

👉 Discover five ways rewilding is making a difference
https://t.co/vR487SsgXJ

#RewildingHope