{"id":3819,"date":"2026-05-10T08:57:40","date_gmt":"2026-05-10T07:57:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/dhwnews.com\/?p=3819"},"modified":"2026-05-10T08:57:40","modified_gmt":"2026-05-10T07:57:40","slug":"the-future-of-the-river-thames-scheme","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dhwnews.com\/?p=3819","title":{"rendered":"The future of the River Thames Scheme?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Now that the political balance and future of the two new Surreys has been determined, <strong><span style=\"color: #ff0000;\">what happens to the River Thames Scheme?<\/span><\/strong> This project has been in the pipeline since the 2003 flood event. Tabled as the LTFRMS in 2008 and re-labelled as RTS in 2015 \u2013 this project has cost about \u00a3120m and the Outline Business Case is still awaiting approval. The project is also designated as an NSIP and seeking a DCO (Development Consent Order) from the Minister.<\/p>\n<p>Tim Oliver (former Surrey CC Leader) committed funds (\u00a3230m) to the RTS project in 2019, but RTS has now been dormant for two years. Tim did not seek re-election, the Conservatives have been decimated, the LibDems have substantial majorities and inherited debt.\u00a0 Is the RTS still a feasible, supported and funded project?\u00a0 You could try asking your local Councillor.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Now that the political balance and future of the two new Surreys has been determined, what happens to the River Thames Scheme? 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