Collectively responsible for the

Management of Flood Risk in Suffolk

Jane Burch

01473 264782jane.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• 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.

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

Flood Risks in Suffolk

It’s important we get it right

The local flood strategy sets out the principles – it is up to everyone to do their bit .