The BBC has released the following update: 

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd628wy149jo

Action will be taken in a Shropshire village to reduce the risk of flooding.

It follows serious flash flooding in Hadnall last autumn and winter which prompted Severn Trent to carry out "detailed investigations into the local sewer systems".

People living in the village had previously complained of sewage coming up through drains and entering their homes, gardens and streets.

Severn Trent said it had worked with Shropshire Council and work would be carried out to reduce the amount of water entering the system.

The company said it discovered the local pumping station could become overwhelmed because too much water is entering the system at once.

This included rainwater, groundwater, and waste water, it said, which put extra pressure on the pumps.

It said its survey also revealed the system drains too slowly, "meaning even light or frequent rain can cause problems".

To solve these problems, Severn Trent said it would take steps to reduce the amount of groundwater and rainwater entering the waste water system.

It said it would also consider replacing the main pipe, to increase capacity.

The company said the major construction work would begin next year, but it would look at "short-term measures to protect homes" in the meantime.

Hadnall Parish Council welcomed the news and also said a recent drop-in event to discuss the problems had been "a positive step in rebuilding trust and ensuring residents are kept informed".

Andy Giddings

BBC News, West Midlands

• Published

  11 June 2025

​​Latest update (May 2025): 

• A community drop-in event with Severn Trent Water was recently held with around 100 attendees.

• The Hadnall project has been approved by the Severn Trent Programme Board. This is great news, as it is now not a matter of if but when the work will go ahead. 

• Key aims include separating surface water from foul water systems and upgrading the pumping station.

• Rising main rehabilitation is planned and may extend to Battlefield, pending further testing and planning.

• Work is expected to begin in the New Year, with a dedicated team and communications support to inform residents.

• Ongoing investigations are assessing the water catchment, including potential issues with pressure spikes and system leaks.

• Surveys include private drainage checks, pond analysis, and scoping for non-return valves and protection devices.

• Severn Trent is planning that the infrastructure improvements will accommodate future growth. 

• Shropshire Council and the parish council are actively involved, with an upcoming update meeting to be held by SC Flooding Officer John Bellis.

• Overall message: Progress is being made, and Severn Trent is fully committed to resolving flooding issues while preparing infrastructure for long-term development.