A Strategy for the future of Coastal Management on Hayling Island has recently been developed by Havant Borough Council.
The strategy focuses on the growing coastal flood and erosion risk to the Island in the face of climate change. Its proposals set out a vision to manage these risks for the next 100 years. The team responsible for the proposed Strategy is now seeking views from the public via an online consultation at www.coastalpartners.org.uk/authority/havant/.
Two public events are also taking place to highlight the strategy. These will provide an opportunity to give views on the plans and talk to the team from ‘Coastal Partners’ who have developed the strategy. Input from businesses and residents is sought to help shape the Strategy. The events are confirmed for:
- Monday 17th October, 14.00 – 17.00 - Northney Recreation Hall, St Peter's Road, PO11 0SB
- Wednesday 19th October, 16.00 – 19.30 - South Hayling United Reformed Church, Hollow Lane, PO11 9EY
Councillor Clare Satchwell, Cabinet Lead for Planning, Hayling Seafront Strategy and Coastal Management commented on the strategy, ‘We are lucky to have incredible beaches on Hayling Island, and a thriving community. This strategy is important to help us manage coastal risks and ensure Hayling Island is resilient to climate change into the future. We would like to hear your views so please get involved online or at one of the events.’
The strategy recommends a delivery action plan with its implementation subject to securing funding. For the majority of the Hayling coastline, private landowners will ultimately be responsible for the successful implementation of the recommendations.
Coastal Partners are a team of Coastal Management specialists that oversee Havant Borough Council’s sea defences. The strategy can be viewed at www.coastalpartners.org.uk/authority/havant/. The three-month consultation period runs until 30 December 2022.
The Local Plan
Separate from the Hayling Island Coastal Management Strategy, Havant Borough Council is also engaging with the public as part of the new Local Plan. Find out more on the Local Plan here www.havant.gov.uk/local-plan