LFRM - opportunities, challenges and progress
This seminar will provide an overview of good practice in some key areas of local flood risk management.
Ticket information
This event is free to attend
When?
1 July 2015, 14:30 to 17:00 (registration from 14:00).
Overview
Since the introduction of the Flood Risk Regulations (2009) and the Flood and Water Management Act (2010) Lead Local Flood Authorities (LLFAs) and other Risk Management Authorities (RMAs) have been getting to grips with new ways of working and as well as their additional duties and responsibilities. Many LLFAs are also still developing and delivering their Local Flood Risk Management Strategy’s (LFRMS). Central to delivering effective flood risk management with limited resources is the ability to work in partnership within and between local authorities, risk management authorities, stakeholders and the community.
This free seminar will provide an overview of good practice in some key areas of local flood risk management. Covering areas of partnership working (in Unitary and County Councils), flood investigations and asset management. These topics will also be related to progress with the Local Flood Risk Management Plans.
Who should attend?
This seminar will be of interest to those both experienced and new to local flood risk management, particularly those working in and with LLFAs. It will provide an overview of good practice in a variety of areas and provide an opportunity to share knowledge, experiences, concerns as well as solutions. Delegates will gain:
- A better understanding of delivering successful partnerships to help manage local flood risk management.
- An understanding of how recent flooding has influenced activities of LLFAs and the delivery of Local Flood Risk Management Plans
- A useful insight into how some local authorities are tackling challenges of asset management and necessary maintenance.
- A chance to discuss the opportunities and challenges of providing local flood risk management
CPD
This event has a value of 3 hours towards your CPD. Certificates will be sent to delegates following completion.
Programme
14:00 Registration, refreshments and networking
14:30 Chairman’s introduction
Innes Thomson, Association of Drainage Authorities
14:40 Working in partnership – County council perspective
Mark Young, North Yorkshire County Council
Mark will provide an overview of partnerships between functions in the council and different organisations (eg Local Planning Authority), relevant risk management authorities and stakeholders. He will also outline how partnerships have assisted in the delivery of the LFRM.
15:05 Working in partnership – Unitary authority perspective
Steve Wragg, City of York Council
Steve will provide an overview of the approach to partnerships within the different functions of the council, other risk management authorities and stakeholders. He will also outline how partnerships have assisted in the delivery of the LFRM.
15.30 Progressing flood investigations
Rachel Glossop, Hull City Council
Rachel will share progress and knowledge on undertaking flood investigations and how they are helping manage local flood risk. He will also discuss how flood investigations can affect relationships with partners and the community.
15.55 Asset management and maintenance of flood risk management infrastructure
Andrew Mclachlan, East Riding Council
Andrew will discuss the council’s approach to asset management, covering their location, recording and appropriate maintenance. He will also share some of the processes he uses to manage assets and approaches to working with other risk management authorities.
16:20 Discussion
17:00 Close
Sponsors
Where?
The Priory Centre, 15 Priory Street, York, YO1 6ET
Booking
If you are unable to book online, please contact Patrick Williams on 0207 549 3308
or return the booking form by post or fax.