Abstract:<p>The Chalk is considered an important aquifer in the Southeast of the UK as it supports flows in ecologically sensitive Chalk streams, as well as significant groundwater abstractions for public water supply purposes. Based on the Water Framework Directive (EU directive) objectives, all rivers need to be in good ecological status or support good ecological potential by 2027. The environmental regulatory body (Environment Agency) have designated the area located Northwest of London as over-licens… Show more
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