Sewage and Flooding in Cherington – Stakeholder Meeting
- leticijapetrovic0
- Apr 15
- 2 min read
On 14th March 2025, Manuela Perteghella MP chaired a follow-up stakeholder meeting in Cherington to address the ongoing issues of sewage overflows and surface water flooding affecting residents in Cherington, Stourton and the surrounding areas.
The meeting brought together key representatives from Severn Trent Water, Warwickshire County Council, the Environment Agency, local councillors, community representatives and the Shipston Area Flood Action Group (SAFAG). It was held in response to widespread concern about the repeated flooding of homes and roads, and the impact of raw sewage on health, wellbeing, and the environment.
Key Issues Raised:
Repeated sewage spills during heavy rainfall, with residents reporting sewage in gardens and roads.
Lack of progress on critical infrastructure issues, including the shaft tank on Church Road.
Delays and communication failures from Severn Trent and other agencies, contributing to public frustration.
Concerns about new developments, the strain on existing drainage infrastructure, and gaps in planning oversight.
Usability of flood resilience measures, particularly for vulnerable residents.
Updates and Outcomes:
Severn Trent confirmed the installation of a new storm tank and ongoing repairs to infiltration points in the network. However, the tank’s effectiveness during full storm events remains untested. A full written report on completed and planned works was requested and is expected to be shared shortly.
Warwickshire County Council provided updates on surface water management, flood resilience schemes, and drainage maintenance. A blocked gully near Hill House is due to be addressed this financial year.
The Environment Agency expressed support for nature-based flood interventions and committed to further engagement around enforcement and catchment-level planning.
SAFAG shared the success of upstream flood management projects, including woody dams and wetland creation, which are helping to slow water flow and reduce flood risk.
Next Steps:
Manuela will continue to work with all stakeholders to ensure accountability and progress. A follow-up meeting is scheduled for July 2025, where Severn Trent and other agencies will be asked to report back on their actions and next steps.
A number of actions have been formally recorded, including commitments to provide performance data, consult on flood resilience improvements, and explore more strategic planning controls to reduce flood risk in future developments.
“Residents in Cherington and the surrounding areas have shown incredible resilience. This meeting made it clear that temporary fixes are not enough – we need a coordinated, transparent and long-term strategy. I will continue to push for this on their behalf.” – Manuela Perteghella MP
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Download the full meeting minutes here
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