Detailed transect and quadrat vegetation monitoring of floodplain meadows and upper moorland/blanket bog catchments in upper Wharfedale. The data provide a baseline for monitoring upland and floodplain changes induced by moor-grip-blocking project undertaken by the Environment Agency.
Identification of ecological constraints on, and appraisal of likely ecological impacts of, proposed flow gauging stations on the Rivers Ure, Swale and Cover in the Yorkhsire Dales, and the River Leven, River Wiske and Lustrum Beck near Middlesbrough.
Identification of ecological constraints on, and appraisal of likely ecological impacts of, proposed flood alleviation options for the River Leven.
Third year of a three-year contract dealing with planning-related enquiries in the Humber to Pennines Team Area. Responding to consultations, providing advice on protected species and completing casework;
Identification of ecological and environmental constraints for the River Nidd catchment. Collation of data and consultation with nature conservation organisations.
Second year of a three-year contract dealing with planning-related enquiries in the Humber to Pennines Team Area. Responding to consultations, providing advice on protected species and completing casework.
Ecological survey and assessment of impact of a proposed abattoir development. Scoping exercise and production of an Ecology report for inclusion in an Environmental Statement.
Ecological assessment of hedges, drains and roadside verges at the site of a proposed roundabout. Assessment of existing nature conservation value and production of a report regarding the impacts of road improvement work.
First year of a three-year contract dealing with planning-related enquiries in the Humber to Pennines Team Area. Responding to consultations, providing advice on protected species and completing casework.;
Contract dealing with planning-related enquiries in the Humber to Pennines Team Area. February to September 2000. Responding to consultations, providing advice on protected species and completing casework.