Blow for Ricky Gervais as he’s forced to STOP building incredible £5m riverside mansion after row with council

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“The applicant should not assume that a permit will automatically be forthcoming once planning permission has been granted, and we advise them to consult with us at the earliest opportunity.

“The applicant would need to demonstrate that the proposed works will not adversely impact on flood risk or the watercourse.”

In its section on advising Gervais and his team, the EA wrote: “We strongly recommend the use of flood resistance and resilience measures.

“Physical barriers...