Results for "Water framework directive"

Information on the Water Framework Directive and how it applies to marine licensing

Water quality in Wales has improved significantly over the past two decades. Find out about bathing water quality near you

Information about applying for a Water Abstraction or Impoundment Licence

Find out about work to improve water quality and how we manage water resources in Wales.

Information about applying for an Environmental Permit/Exemption for water discharges

Find application forms and guidance on applying for environmental permits to discharge to ground or surface water

View the current applications for full licences to abstract or impound water and find out how to comment.

View the current notices of licence applications to abstract or impound water and find out how to comment.

Find out how we are balancing the amount of water available for people, the economy and the environment.

16 Feb 2022

A site in Barry has been used to test the use of Smart Water in Natural Resources Wales’ fight against illegal waste crime.

View the current applications made by Natural Resources Wales (or at the directions of Welsh Ministers) for full licences to abstract or impound water, and find out how to comment