National flood and coastal erosion risk management strategy for England
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Sustainability, Environment, Development & Planning
Abstract
Comprises the updated national framework for managing the risk of flooding and coastal erosion in England. Describes what needs to be done by all risk management authorities involved in flood and coastal erosion risk management for the benefit of people and places, centred around 3 aims: creating climate resilient places; making effective investment and planning decisions to secure sustainable growth and environmental improvements; and ensuring local people understand their risk to flooding and coastal change, and know their responsibilities and how to take the necessary action.
History
Supersedes Understanding the risks, empowering communities, building resilience - the national flood and coastal erosion risk management strategy for England (includes correction added September 2011) (DEFRA, 2011).
ISBN
9781528617918
Subjects
- Planning and development
- Environmental planning/land
- Public health/water engineering
- Flood defences
- Coastal planning
- Flood management
- Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
- Coastal and maritime engineering
Publisher History
The Environment Agency is responsible for protecting and improving the environment in England and Wales. They publish a range of technical guidance, reports, policies and research material to promote a cleaner and healthier place to live in.
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