The Canal & River Trust, the charitable organisation tasked with maintaining the navigations of England & Wales, gets a quarter of its budget from a government grant. It's just been announced that grant is going to be cut from 2027 onwards, leaving the CRT with a huge hole in its finances, that needs to be plugged. I sat down with the boss of the CRT and asked what the practical effects of the cut will be and what they - and we - can do to stave it off. CRT 'Keep Canals Alive' page: DEFRA budget announcement: If you have enjoyed the video, a tip can be left via or For Info Q&A: Filming Gear:
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