How do Shoreline Management Plans fit in with coastal flooding and erosion responsibilities?
The Environment Agency and maritime local authorities work together on the flood protection of low lying ground and defending the coastline from erosion by the sea. Both have powers to carry out sea defence works to protect low lying land against flooding by the sea. Maritime local authorities, such as Sefton Council, also have additional powers to carry out coast protection works to prevent erosion of the land by the sea. How can I see or comment on the Shoreline Management Plans or get further information? Consultation is an open process that continues throughout the plan production and beyond, into the review stage. We would welcome your views and comments at any time. A closer look at the two Shoreline Management Plans affecting the Sefton Coast will be published in the next edition of Coastlines. For information about Shoreline Management Plans affecting the Sefton Coast please contact; Graham Lymbery Sefton Council Technical Services Balliol House, Stanley Road, Bootle, L20 3NJ T
