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Latest news
- 30 September 2025
Briefing on navigation charges for 2026/27
As part of the process for setting next year’s navigation charges, our Chief Executive John Packman has produced a briefing note which outlines the...
- 24 September 2025
Protected Landscapes Duty
As the planning authority for the Broads National Park, the Broads Authority is extremely concerned at recent reports which indicate an intention to water down... - 19 September 2025
Broads Authority Board welcomes new Members
Five new Members have joined the Broads Authority's Board, giving their time and expertise to help manage Britain's largest protected wetland.Gail Harris, Heather Hilburn,...
- 22 August 2025
Broads Briefing - August 2025
John Packman, Chief Executive of the Broads Authority, sends out a regular briefing newsletter to staff members, volunteers, toll payers and various other stakeholders in...
- 13 August 2025
Broads Local Plan Consultation
Please note the consultation is now closed and the below information is here solely for posterity.The Broads Authority is pleased to announce that the...
- 31 July 2025
Broads Authority shares concerns around impact of flea treatments on waterways
The Broads Authority is joining calls for better awareness and understanding around the significant negative impacts that dog and cat flea treatments can have...
- 17 July 2025
Chief Executive John Packman announces retirement
The Broads Authority’s Chief Executive, John Packman has announced his intention to retire once a recruitment process to appoint his successor is completed.... - 14 July 2025
Hundreds of schoolchildren discover Broads by train
Hundreds of schoolchildren have enjoyed trips to the Norfolk and Suffolk Broads by train this year to highlight rail as the easiest...
- 24 June 2025
Broads Village back for 2025 with fun activities for all
The Broads Village is back at the Norfolk Show for 2025, offering a whole heap of exciting activities for visitors, families and school groups...
- 4 June 2025
Charges introduced at Reedham Quay from 11 June
From 10am on Wednesday 11 June, mooring charges will be introduced at our staffed Reedham Quay mooring.The charges are £6 for a day mooring (until...