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Collectively responsible for the Management of Flood Risk in Suffolk

Collectively responsible for the Management of Flood Risk in Suffolk. Jane Burch 01473 264782 jane.burch@suffolk.gov.uk. County Council - ‘ Lead Local Flood Authority ’ 6 District/Borough Councils Environment Agency Suffolk Resilience Forum/Joint Emergency Planning Unit Water Companies

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Collectively responsible for the Management of Flood Risk in Suffolk

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  1. Collectively responsible for the Management of Flood Risk in Suffolk • Jane Burch • 01473 264782 jane.burch@suffolk.gov.uk

  2. County Council - ‘Lead Local Flood Authority’ • 6 District/Borough Councils • Environment Agency • Suffolk Resilience Forum/Joint Emergency Planning Unit • Water Companies • Highways Agency • Internal Drainage Boards • Broads Authority • National Farmers’ Union KEY PARTNERS: Natural England. Utility providers. Landowners. Developers. Suffolk Coast Forum. Parish Councils. Residents and businesses.

  3. Suffolk Flood Risk Management Strategy • Improve understanding of flood risks and roles • Reduce flood risks using all available resources • Prevent increase in flood risk • Holistic approach to flood risk management delivering environmental and other benefits • Encourage private maintenance of flood defences and watercourses www.suffolk.gov.uk/floodrisk

  4. Flood Risks in Suffolk

  5. The local flood strategy sets out the principles – it is up to everyone to do their bit . It’s important we get it right

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