Written Question·Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs·UIN 118385
Environment Agency: Water Companies
Tabled: 5 March 2026
Answered: 16 March 2026
Question
Michelle Welsh
Labour — Sherwood Forest
To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, whether her Department is taking steps to prevent senior Environment Agency staff from moving to roles in the private water industry after leaving their position.
Answer
Emma HardyExternal Appointment Departure rules are in place to assess and manage this leaver risk. Employees must notify the Environment Agency (EA) of planned moves, enabling actual or perceived conflicts to be assessed and managed. During notice periods, the EA r...
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