Decision
Analysis
outcome: The findings of the report were approved and support was given for continued public engagement to raise awareness of local flood risk.
summary: The decision is about approving findings of a flood investigation report and supporting recommendations for mitigating future flood risk.
topline: The council has decided to approve findings of a flood investigation report and support recommendations for mitigating future flood risk.
reason_contentious: This issue may be contentious due to the potential impact on households and communities at risk of flooding, as well as the need for ongoing public engagement.
affected_stakeholders: ["Local residents", "Communities at risk of flooding", "Environment Agency"]
contentiousness_score: 6
political_party_relevance: There are no mentions or implications of political parties or political influence on the decision.
URL: https://council.southglos.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=1689
Decision Maker:
Outcome:
Is Key Decision?: No
Is Callable In?: Yes
Purpose:
Content: 1 To approve the findings of the Section 19 Flood Investigation Report into Storm Bert and the associated recommendations for mitigating future flood risk. 2 To acknowledge the implications of the updated Environment Agency flood risk maps (2025 Update) and support continued public engagement to raise awareness of local flood risk. 3 To ask the Executive Director – Place, to plan to produce an annual Lead Local Flood Authority report and to bring forward options for better supporting households and communities at risk of flooding for initial consideration by the Leader.
Date of Decision: July 14, 2025