Decision

RESOLVED: That Cabinet:

(1)         Approved that the Council does not provide flood defence items or funding to residents to protect or reinstate their property against or following flooding.

(2)         Noted that the Council would provide support to residents which would include providing information and guidance (including online, in-person and by phone). This would include support for anyone who is made homeless.

REASONS FOR DECISIONS:

(1)         The report sets out various practical and financial reasons for not providing residents with flood defence items or funding to residents to protect or reinstate their property against or following flooding.

(2)         The Council will fulfil its role as a Category 1 responder, as set out in the Civil Contingencies Act 2004, and provide support to communities affected by flooding.