The Tame Anker and Mease (TAM) catchment covers a large area of the midlands, heavy industry has had a large influence on the water bodies in the area, though this has declined over recent years.

The Opportunities:

• Engage and work with local stakeholders and communities

• Create a more sustainable and diverse water environment

• Increase the natural capacity of rivers, streams, and wetlands to alleviate the impacts of flooding and pollution

• Enhance the quality of the natural environment for the benefit of people’s health and wellbeing

The Challenges:

• Agricultural diffuse pollution and sedimentation into watercourses

• Densely populated catchment with a wide variety of communities to engage with

• Physical modifications due to urbanisation, water storage, and flood protection

• HS2 and its associated development

• Invasive Non Native Species