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Derby

Transformative city flood defence project progresses at pace

Work is progressing at pace on a project to bolster Derby’s flood defences and unlock the potential for more regeneration. A year ago, contractors started work on Derby Riverside, which will complete the second phase of the Our City, Our River (OCOR) project, a major flood risk mitigation and regeneration project, delivered by Derby City Council in partnership with the Environment Agency. The OCOR programme has already delivered enhanced flood protection to more than 2,000 properties. Once complete, Derby Riverside […]

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Major flood defence improvements are taking place on Derwent Street - changing Derby's landscape. Images by LDRS

Derby

A big part of Derby city centre’s landscape has “dramatically changed” following demolition work

A big part of Derby city centre’s landscape has “dramatically changed” following demolition work. Questions about the nature of the works have been raised after motorists and pedestrians will have seen lots of building activity around the Derwent Street area of Derby. The answer to all the diggers is simple, Derby is increasing its flood defences as part of a massive £95 million project to protect homes and businesses. City leaders say the current phase of work will deliver defences […]

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