Coastal Erosion: How local authorities are dealing with increased levels of coastal erosion linked to climate change
As the rate of coastal erosion accelerates, so too does its impact on local communities and local authorities across the UK. The effects of climate change, such as the melting of the ice caps, extreme global weather events and rising sea levels, have further intensified the process, placing increased pressure on coastal areas and the services that support them. Many coastal communities now face greater risk of flooding, landslips and even displacement.
Despite ongoing efforts to reduce the impact of coastal erosion on local communities, local authorities continue to face significant challenges, including funding constraints, effective coastal management strategies and the sustainability of sea defences.
This report examines the impact of coastal erosion on local communities and local authorities, focusing on the causes of coastal erosion, the impact of climate change, coastal management strategies, successful case studies and practical solutions to combat coastal erosion.
Promoting excellence in public services
APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) is a not for profit unincorporated association working with over 300 councils throughout the UK. Promoting excellence in public services, APSE is the foremost specialist in local authority frontline services, hosting a network for frontline service providers in areas such as waste and refuse collection, parks and environmental services, cemeteries and crematorium, environmental health, leisure, school meals, cleaning, housing and building maintenance.
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