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EEMP Virtual Winter Forum ‘Coastal Change’ 2021 – Agenda now available

Exe Estuary Virtual Winter Forum ‘Coastal Change’ Tuesday 2nd February 2021, 19:00 – 20:30 via Zoom Due to COVID-19 and lockdown 3.0 the EEMP will once again be hosting the Forum Virtually. The evening will focus on coastal change with a range of exciting speakers from various organisations, as well as Partnership updates. Presentations are […]

Registration Open – Exe Estuary Winter Forum 2021

Exe Estuary Winter Forum goes virtual 2nd February 2021, 19:00 – 20:30 via Zoom Due to COVID-19 and lockdown 3.0 the EEMP are hosting the Winter Forum Virtually. The evening will consist of talks and presentations on topical issues, as well as the regular Partnership update. We will be sending out an Agenda shortly, along […]

COVID-19 Update – Use of the Exe Estuary

Please see the following statement form the Harbour Master: Coronavirus Lockdown 4 January 2021 On Monday 4 January, the Prime Minister announced a new national lockdown to counter the steep rise in coronavirus (Covid-19) infections in England. The new restrictions become law on Wednesday 6 January, but people should follow them as of now.As a […]

Construction of the Exmouth Tidal Defence Scheme to recommence in January

Construction of the Exmouth Tidal Defence Scheme to recommence in January Exmouth moves a step closer to increased protection from tidal flooding as construction of the £12m scheme restarts. • The Environment Agency scheme will reduce flood risk for 1,800 properties including 1,400 homes and 400 businesses. • Construction will restart in January and is […]

Closure to Dawlish Warren Dune Path

Due to storm damage and erosion over the last year along the narrow neck section along Dawlish Warren spit, sections of the dune path have been lost. The most recent storm has resulted in such severe erosion to the dunes and beach, that further parts of the dune path that provide access to the bird […]

Dawlish Black Swan deaths – testing revealed bird flu

Defra confirmed yesterday (Wednesday 11 November) that the black swans, including five cygnets that died in Dawlish earlier this week were found to be infected with a strain of avian flu. On Monday this week (9 November) the death of one adult black swan and five cygnets was confirmed in Dawlish. Investigations have been carried […]

COVID-19 Update – Use of the Exe Estuary

Exeter Port Authority Coronavirus Second Lockdown 5 November – 2 December 2020 We are still waiting for confirmation from the Government regarding the new lockdown rules. Below is our current interpretation of the rules, and this is likely to alter as we receive greater clarity from the Government. Exeter Port Authority is altering its stance […]

In memory of Ian Stuart, Stuart Line Cruises

The Partnership would like to thank Ian for his work and contribution to Exmouth and the Exe Estuary. Ian has been incredibly supportive of the work of the Partnership, including hosting cruises for volunteers following our annual Autumn Clean Up events. Ian has played a significant role in promoting the fantastic nature and wildlife found […]

Draft Agenda for the EEMP Virtual Forum has been released

The Draft Agenda for the upcoming Exe Estuary Management Partnership Virtual Forum on the 21st October, 19:00-20:30 has now been released (see below): Agenda Items 19:00Introduction to the Forum and Zoom instructions – Jeremy Rawlings, Forum Chair 19:05Exe Estuary Management Partnership update – Jay Boyle, Exe Estuary Officer 19:15Exeter Port Authority – update from the […]