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- assess risks associated with future coastal change
- consider how these changes could affect the community, infrastructure and environment
- explore long-term options and actions to help communities adapt over time
- information on the Future North Swanage Adaptation Plan
- a short presentation on Adaptation Plans at approximately 5pm
- displays showing emerging ideas and outcomes from earlier discussions
- opportunities to ask questions, share local knowledge and provide feedback
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Future Coast North Swanage - Adaptation Plan and Community Drop-In
As part of the Future Coast Dorset project, Dorset Council is working with coastal communities to develop Adaptation Plans for areas affected by coastal change, including North Swanage.
Our coastline is constantly shaped by natural processes such as cliff recession and coastal erosion. These changes are expected to increase in the future due to climate change and sea level rise. By planning ahead, communities can better understand the risks they face and explore ways to adapt and build long-term resilience for future generations.
What is an Adaptation Plan?
The Adaptation Plan will:
The Plan is being developed collaboratively, combing technical evidence with local knowledge and community input.
Community Drop-In Event - Have Your Say
Join one of our Adaptation Plan events. The first public drop-in session will take place in Swanage, giving everyone the opportunity to learn more about Adaptation Plans and share their views.
Location: The Studio, the Mowlem, Swanage
Date and Time: Wednesday 4th February, 4-8pm
The drop-in session will include:
Why get involved?
Community insight is a vital part of the Future Coast North Swanage project. By attending the drop-in session you can share your local knowledge, concerns and ideas and help shape a Plan that reflects the needs and priorities of the future community.
Technical Reports
Ahead of the upcoming Adaptation Plan event, the Project Team has uploaded various technical reports produced by consultants Jacobs.
These reports provide background information and evidence that will help inform discussions at the upcoming workshops, where we will work together with the community to shape an Adaptation Plan focused on long-term resilience for future generations.
The reports also explain some of the work already undertaken and outline key updates and next steps for the project. We encourage community members to explore the documents ahead of the workshops to support informed and meaningful conversations.