Environment Agency - GOV.UK Quiz

What is the main purpose of the Environment Agency?

• To oversee the education system in the UK.

• To regulate the healthcare system.

• To create better places for people and wildlife, and support sustainable development.

• To manage the economy of the UK.

Which department sponsors the Environment Agency?

• Department for Education

• Home Office

• Department of Health and Social Care

• Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs

When was the press release about the National Drought Group meeting after a record wet October to March published?

• 18 April 2024

• 22 April 2024

• 9 April 2024

• 12 April 2024

What is the email address for general enquiries to the Environment Agency?

• [e-mail]

• [e-mail]

• [e-mail]

• [e-mail]

Who is the Chief Executive of the Environment Agency?

• Sarah Chare

• Philip Duffy

• Alan Lovell

• John Leyland

Which rodent's activity has reduced the impact of flooding in Essex?

• Mouse

• Rat

• Beaver

• Squirrel

What is the Environment Agency's main responsibility regarding water quality?

• To manage the supply of drinking water.

• To monitor and improve the quality of rivers, lakes, and coastal waters.

• To regulate the use of water for industrial purposes.

• To oversee the construction of water treatment plants.

Which of the following is a key focus area for the Environment Agency?

• Urban development

• Climate change adaptation and mitigation

• International trade

• Public transportation

What is the primary goal of the Environment Agency's flood risk management strategy?

• To increase urban development in flood-prone areas.

• To reduce the risk of flooding to people and property.

• To promote recreational activities in floodplains.

• To enhance agricultural productivity in flood-prone areas.

Which of the following is a key responsibility of the Environment Agency in terms of waste management?

• To collect household waste.

• To regulate waste disposal and recycling activities.

• To manage landfill sites directly.

• To oversee the production of packaging materials.