Purpose

Exeter City Council to adopt The Climate Adaptation Strategy for Devon, Cornwall & the Isles of Scilly Strategy which is intended to provide an evidence-base, resource, and baseline for setting up a regional programme of adaptation for the region.

Decision

Agreed:

RECOMMENDED that Council approve:-

(1)  the endorsement of the Climate Adaptation Strategy for Devon, Cornwall, and Isles of Scilly; and

(2)  to continue attending and participating in Devon, Cornwall, and Isles of Scilly Climate Impacts Group meetings, which coordinate regional action on climate adaptation, preparing communities and organisations for a changing climate, and improving resilience across the region.

Reason for Decision: As set out in the report.