Inland Waterways Association (IWA) has launched its ‘Waterways for Today’ report and its vision for the future of the Waterways Network.
… demonstrates how inland waterways can contribute to the country’s economic recovery…
IWA writes:
We believe waterways are vital for today. Transforming waterways for leisure, living and business will revitalise the local economy and connect communities while having a positive impact on the environment.
Ongoing funding is critical if we are to not only save the waterways for today, but for the future too.
With your help, our canals and rivers may stand a chance of securing the investment they need.
In a bid to highlight the importance of the waterways network, and as the only independent and national charity dedicated to supporting all of Britain’s navigable rivers and canals, we have produced a new report: Waterways for Today.
The report demonstrates how inland waterways can contribute to the country’s economic recovery and outlines the 12 most significant benefits that the inland waterways can bring to our economy, environment, local communities and lives.
This campaign aims to support the launch of the report, educate people about the benefits of the waterways, and help to secure vital funding for waterways restoration projects….
Ongoing maintenance and regeneration of navigable waterways, along with bringing a further 500 miles of currently derelict waterways back into use, will provide benefits in the following areas:
Economic
- Contributing to the country’s economic recovery
- Increased spend in local communities
- Savings to the NHS and social care budgets
Natural & Built Environment
- Protecting and improving the natural environment
- Saving waterways heritage for future generations
- Planning for resilience and climate change
Local Communities
- Connecting communities
- Opportunities for education and young people
- Opportunities for jobs, training and apprenticeships
