Shoreline, coastal defence and flood management plans 

Shoreline, Coastal Defence and Flood Management Plans are non statutory documents which provide a framework for coastal defence and flood management outlining in broad terms how the coastline should be managed in future.

These plans recommend an approach to managing the risks to people and the developed, historic and natural environment from coastal erosion and flooding. Concerns have been raised that recreational boating interests may not be represented and considered within the development of such plans and consequently facilities lost. However through action at the regional level the RYA can ensure facilities are not lost or degraded.

A briefing note for regional RYA representative has been developed to enable greater understanding of the opportunities that are available from these plans.