An operating authority is a body empowered under the Land Drainage Act 1991[1] or Water Resources Act 1991 to undertake land drainage or flood protection work in England and Wales. Operating authorities include Internal Drainage Boards, the Environment Agency and Local Authorities.[2]
References
- ^ http://www.opsi.gov.uk/acts/acts1991/Ukpga_19910059_en_1.htm Land Drainage Act 1991 (c.59) Chapter 59 Internal Drainage Boards]
- ^ Internal Drainage Board Review - Final Report