
In 2021 Island Rivers Partnership identified the following projects as part of the River Basin Management Plan process:
Enhancement/no deterioration measures in 2020-2025 Water Industry National Environment Programme |
Reintroduction of natural processes to Eastern Yar, Alverstone Marshes SSSI and other wetlands within catchment. |
Adoption of catchment sensitive farming practices throughout the Isle of Wight catchment |
Saltmarsh restoration projects and investigations. |
Work with local coastal partnerships and the MMO to improve integration between catchment and coastal management |
Restoration of Freshwater Marshes SSSI |
Wroxall Stream – improvements to water quality and removal of barriers |
Invasive species management – predominantly Himalayan balsam, Japanese knotweed and Crassula helmsii |
Protection of Gunville Stream from development pressures |
Removal of fish impoundments throughout Newport Rivers |
Reintroduce natural processes and fish passage on E Yar at Alverstone Mill. |
In addition, raising awareness and creating and improving access remain priorities.