Environmental defence

We work with businesses and individuals across England, Wales and Scotland that are facing investigation or enforcement action by the Environment Agency and local authorities. Our particular focus is supporting clients in the water industry. We can defend and advise on how to identify risk areas and respond to regulatory scrutiny across the three domestic nations.

There are serious consequences if you fail to meet legal environmental obligations, permit requirements or waste packaging obligations. You could be left to pay both financial penalties and remediation costs. More organisations are also starting to be impacted by environmental issues and compliance requirements, as sustainability becomes a broader legal requirement.

We work with clients to spot opportunities and pitfalls early on, offering our expert compliance advice to help overcome regulatory differences across the country.

• Providing support to a regional water company in respect of numerous alleged environmental offences.
• Advising a national food retailer in relation to alleged noise and odour complaints at their main production site.
• Advising a leading aggregate supplier in respect of an investigation by the Environment Agency in respect of alleged permit breaches.
• Acting for Glastonbury Festival in relation to pollution incidents involving the escape of waste into local watercourses and tributaries with the resultant impact on local wildlife.