New water cycle studies guidance on Gov.uk
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The Environment Agency has published new water cycle studies guidance on Gov.uk. The guidance sets out an efficient approach to help LPAs and developers to produce a water cycle study, drawing on existing evidence to understand local water cycle issues. The water cycle study once completed will help the LPA/developer decide if they need to produce an Integrated Water Management Plan (IWMP), and what it should focus on. The WCS guidance links to the CIRIA guidance on producing IWMPs.