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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,

  • Prepared cases for a public inquiry into a major Flood Alleviation Scheme.

  • Advised on the expansion of a large Water Transfer Scheme.

  • Title investigation and the creation of a lease for sections of the bed and shore of a river.

  • Registration of flood banks, watercourses and riverside land

  • Advice on fishing rights

DJB specialists

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Legal issues that may arise

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  • Removal of unregistered boats and trespassers

  • Environmental issues related to pollution or conservation

  • Claims for adverse possession

  • Licences for access, for example for fishing

  • Leases of the shore and riverbed

  • 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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