Operating authority

An operating authority is a body empowered under the Land Drainage Act 1991[1] or Water Resources Act 1991 [2] to undertake land drainage or flood protection work in England and Wales. Operating authorities include internal drainage boards, the Environment Agency and local authorities.[3]

References

  1. ↑ Land Drainage Act 1991 (c.59) Chapter 59 Internal Drainage Boards
  2. ↑ Water Resources Act 1991 (c.57) National Rivers Authority
  3. ↑ Internal Drainage Board Review - Final Report
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