Anglian Water, in partnership with Cambridge Water, is calling on communities and stakeholders to submit their feedback and shape plans for a new reservoir in the Fens before a consultation on the proposals closes on 21 December 2022.
The proposed reservoir, north of Chatteris and near the villages of Doddington and Wimblington, could supply enough water for a quarter of a million homes. It is planned to ensure there is sufficient water supply in response to a changing climate and population growth. It would also see less water taken from sensitive sources, helping to protect and restore the environment.
The water companies’ vision for the reservoir is to create spaces for wildlife, new recreational and educational activities and natural places for people to explore, alongside public water supply.
Anglian Water and Cambridge Water are asking for comments on the proposed site for the reservoir - the feedback will help the companies develop the plans to keep any impacts as low as possible.
The consultation opened on 12 October and has included a series of in-person events and online webinars. The project website contains full details of the proposal and an online feedback form.
Anglian Water and Cambridge Water are encouraging everyone to submit their feedback before the 21 December deadline.
Dr Geoff Darch, Water Resources Strategy Manager for Anglian Water said:
“There’s been an excellent turn out to our consultation events and it’s been great to talk to members of the public and hear their views. We’ve already received hundreds of pieces of feedback, but we want to hear from everyone before the deadline for submission closes on Wednesday 21 December. It’s crucial now that people submit their feedback, either online or by writing to us.”
“Insight from local people helps us to understand the impacts and opportunities of the project. We appreciate the effect on homeowners, landowners and the nearby community. We’d like to hear a range of views on our emerging proposals.”
“The consultation is an opportunity to gather local knowledge on how the reservoir can best serve the region as a destination, as well as a water supply.
“Among many other things, communities have shown an interest in opportunities for access routes such as cycle paths, foot paths and bridle ways. They’ve also brought road use, effects in communities and locations of wider infrastructure to our attention as a priority consideration for them.
“This is really valuable and will all be taken into account as we develop the proposals for the new reservoir in the Fens ”
Click here to access the project website
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