Issue - meetings

To receive the Environmental Update on the environmental management of the Hamble Estuary between September and November 2023.

The Committee received the report from the Director of Universal Services presented by the Environment Development Manager.  The M27 bridge drainage was highlighted the the current position from Highways England was detailed. The concern remained that drainage from the bridge was direct into the river with no interception.

On the Solent Oyster Restoration Project, the Blue Marine Foundation is preparing the final cut of its film about the creation of the Solent’s new native oyster beds. The film features the Hamble site and interviews with RHHA staff and was expected to be available in March.