Begin with a brief description of the Water Framework Directive and how it is being implemented in the UK. Maximum 400 words
To what extent does agriculture contribute to water pollution? Distinguish between point and diffuse source pollution. Max 300 words
What opportunities are there for UK farmers to save and re-use water? Consider the case of a ‘typical’ livestock farm and an arable farm. How might farms make better use of water? max 400 words Useful starting sources of information may be found through UK sites the Environment Agency, Natural England, Defra and Voluntary Initiative websites, CSF, GWCT, MOPS1, MOPS2, Environmental Stewardship and Nitrate Vulnerable Zones data.
