24 December 2020 A consultation has been launched for a flood defence scheme at Penketh and Whittle Brooks that could reduce the risk of flooding to 221 properties The Environment Agency wants residents and businesses in the area to visit its online ‘virtual engagement room’ to view the details and leave feedback Consultation open until the 15 January 2021 The consultation on the proposals is open until the 15 January 2021 and can be viewed by visiting our virtual engagement room at https://consult.environment-agency.gov.uk/gmmc/penketh-and-whittle-flood-risk-management-scheme/ Peter Costello, Area Flood and Coastal Risk Manager for the Environment Agency said: “We have been liaising with local residents and partner organisations as we develop options to manage flood risk to 221 properties in Penketh and Whittle Brooks.”