WATERWAYS
Examples of work undertaken by DJB lawyers
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Advised on the consenting aspects of a large number of flood alleviation schemes,
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Prepared cases for a public inquiry into a major Flood Alleviation Scheme.
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Advised on the expansion of a large Water Transfer Scheme.
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Title investigation and the creation of a lease for sections of the bed and shore of a river.
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Registration of flood banks, watercourses and riverside land
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Advice on fishing rights
DJB specialists
Legal issues that may arise
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Removal of unregistered boats and trespassers
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Environmental issues related to pollution or conservation
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Claims for adverse possession
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Licences for access, for example for fishing
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Leases of the shore and riverbed
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Tackling unauthorised moorings
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The UK has over 4000 miles of inland waterways, used for leisure and commercial activity. Ensuring their preservation and continued use requires specialist legal expertise.
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