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CRT on the impact of the waterways

The Canal & River Trust has published The Impact Report, a document to persuade funders and supporters of the benefits of its waterways.  It follows Valuing Our Waterways, a report from 2022 that attempted to pin a figure on how much the CRT network is worth in strict economic terms.  This new (less-dry) report tries to weave new stories of how its waterways make a positive impact and help contribute towards challenges facing British society. CRT presented the new report at a Parliamentary reception in March as part of its…
26 March 2024
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CRT appoints climate change experts

The Canal & River Trust has signed long-term agreements with three specialist engineering contractors, to help it judge ground conditions in the face of increasing…
28 March 2024
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CRT and council in bins dispute on K&A

A dispute between the Canal & River Trust and a local council has highlighted the continuing problem of boaters' rubbish facilities around the country.  Boaters…
27 March 2024
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Marina claims a first in supplying hydrogen to inland boaters

Aqueduct Marina of Nantwich says it is the first inland marina to offer hydrogen to boats equipped with fuel cell technology. The marina supplies BOC’s…
26 March 2024
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Scots government backtracks on 'visitor levy' for marina charges

The Scottish Government has dropped plans to include marinas and moorings in its planned Visitor Levy, which will tax businesses charging for accommodation. The draft…
26 March 2024
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New CRT push for donations

The Canal & River Trust has launched a Give in Memory & Celebration appeal, and formed a Philanthropy Team. The move follows the appointment last…
26 March 2024
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Progress on Gloucester Docks

Boating conditions on the Gloucester & Sharpness Canal have returned to normal after a year of near-unusability for the city docks. The Canal & River…
19 March 2024
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Knock-down pontoon makes short work of Shortwood collapse

While the Canal & River Trust usually cleans up canal damage itself, some of the worst of recent weather has forced it to call on…
19 March 2024
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Boaters stranded in stand-off between Middle Levels and EA

Boaters trying to navigate between the Middle Levels and the Great Ouse have been caught in a dispute between the two relevant navigation authorities.  In…
12 March 2024
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Mixed results for CRT's winter open days.

The Canal & River Trust held six more PR open days around the network this year, giving the public yet another opportunity to go behind…
12 March 2024
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CRT manager honoured at unveiling of new workboat

A senior Canal & River Trust staffer received a surprise honour when he unveiled a prototype workboat he helped to design – and discovered it…
12 March 2024
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