Environment Agency East Midlands Fisheries Team

21/10/2026

Help us build a year-round picture of our waterways.

As we move into the winter months, your observations are more important than ever, helping us understand how and where people are using our waters.

Uploading a photo via our citizen science BluePrint page helps us verify activity levels and provides valuable evidence of water conditions at the time of your report.

See the link below ⬇️

https://engageenvironmentagency.uk.engagementhq.com/blueprintandwaterwatch/news_feed/help-us-improve-our-understanding-of-your-local-waterways-2?fbclid=IwY2xjawVFeG1leHRuA2FlbQIxMABwZG9mAXNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4sS8rUsc6LakjbigkosnvNOGcmK5C1qITKwDsPy15fOt8ukLW4uWmw4CHGXQ_aem_pjG5-zoVAmYNVxhIJSeNMw

19/10/2026

One of our fisheries officers has been out dealing with an incident of low oxygen at a pond in the East Midland area.

The owner of the pond contacted us earlier today reporting fish in distress. In response, we were able to provide two pumps to improve oxygen levels and carried out water quality monitoring.

Our investigations suggest that the issue was likely related to an algal dieback.

We will continue to support the fishery during and as it recovers from this incident.

This service is funded through rod licence income. If you witness any dead or distressed fish or need our help in an emergency, you can contact us at our incident hotline at 0800 80 70 60.

19/10/2026

Another big water company fined for polluting our rivers.

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Anglian Water has been fined £1.6 million after repeated sewage pollution on the River Brain.

Our investigation found that Anglian Water’s local mismanagement led to a general decline in water quality between April and June in 2022.

They also ignored alarms telling them that poorly-treated sewage was being discharged into the river due to a faulty valve.

have significantly ramped up our scrutiny of the water industry and will take enforcement action where we find performance doesn’t meet the standards that communities deserve.

More: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/16m-fine-for-anglian-waters-pollution-of-essex-river

12/10/2026

Our fisheries Enforcement Officers are always out responding to reports called in by members of the public like this report of an illegal crayfish trap. 🦞

If you see any illegal traps or fishing report it by calling 0800 80 70 60 or online via the government website https://www.gov.uk/report-illegal-fishing-in-england

12/10/2026

Clean, healthy waters are vital for fish and aquatic life.

We’re sharing this post from the main EA page regarding recent success in fining a water company.

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South West Water has been fined a record £7.8 million for polluting beaches across Devon and Cornwall.

Our investigation found that hundreds of sewage spills took place over six years at bathing spots and some of our most sensitive habitats.

More: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/reckless-south-west-water-fined-78-million

09/10/2026

That's another project complete ✅

Earlier in the year, an angling clubs in the East Midlands area contacted us regarding a potential project. The aim was to rejuvenate degraded platforms with the goal of improving accessibility and safety.

After some discussions we managed to part-fund the work through our Fisheries Improvement Programme, which is funded by rod licence income and hosted through the Angling Trust 🎣

Cut to now, and the platforms are in. Great work! ✅ 👍

Interested in setting up a project? Please let your local fisheries officer know and take a look at the website 👇

https://anglingtrust.net/funding/fisheries-improvement-programme/

08/10/2026

06/10/2026

On Sunday, we carried out joint patrols with the Derbyshire Rural Crimes team in response to reports of illegal angling and anti social behaviour.

Specifically, we targeted sites across the River Derwent and several park lakes.

Thankfully on this occasion, everyone was fishing legally ✅

It was great to see everyone on the bank! 🎣