Decision
Analysis
outcome: Recommendations were approved, including sending a letter to the Secretary of State and Local MPs, requesting changes to business plans and legislation, and requesting data and updates from Anglian Water.
summary: The decision involves addressing sewage outflows in the district and requesting changes to legislation regarding water companies' involvement in planning processes.
topline: The council has decided to address sewage outflows in the district and request changes to legislation regarding water companies' involvement in planning processes.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious as it involves environmental concerns, public health, and potential impacts on new housing developments.
affected_stakeholders: ["Local residents", "Anglian Water", "Secretary of State", "Local MPs"]
contentiousness_score: 7
political_party_relevance: There are no explicit mentions of political parties, but the decision may have implications for environmental policies and regulations.
URL: https://modgov.north-norfolk.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=607
Decision Maker:
Outcome: Recommendations Approved
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: No
Purpose:
Content: Agenda item 10: Anglian Water Briefing - Update on Sewage Outflows in the District Decision RESOLVED: 1. That a letter be prepared on behalf of the Committee and sent to the Secretary of State and Local MPs requesting that the following be considered and addressed: i. Water companies should be required to review their current business plans and ensure that they reflect the impact of new housing developments on service supply and demand, including the management of surface water drainage and run-off ii. The possibility of a change in the legislation regarding the status of water companies as statutory consultees in the planning process. 2. That written responses to the questions raised by the Committee are provided by Anglian Water within 2 weeks and that the following additional information be included: i. Data for North Norfolk regarding ‘dry day’ spills, including dates, location, rainfall levels and the reasons for the spill. ii. Data regarding leakages in North Walsham for the last 12 months iii. Information setting out how Anglian Water consults and engages with landowners regarding nature-based solutions for dealing with overflows and spills – such as reed beds. 3. That Anglian Water should attend in 6 months’ time to provide an update to the committee. 4. To support Anglian Water’s campaign on preventing blockages by sharing information with local communities.
Date of Decision: June 11, 2025