The UK Government has launched a consultation and call for evidence on key flood and coastal erosion issues as part of the national infrastructure strategy and the spending review.

The goal is to set out the national policy in the preparation for future flooding and coastal erosion and making the most of the opportunities for wider economic, social and environmental benefits in towns, countryside, and the coastal areas.

In particular, the government is seeking evidence on these key issues:

• what we understand by the term “resilience”
• describing outcomes, driving action and monitoring progress
• adapting to coastal change
• corporation tax relief for business contributions
• local funding initiatives for flood risk management
• developer contributions
• managing financial risks from flooding

The consultation closes on August 19, 2019.