1. Collectively responsible for the Management of Flood Risk in Suffolk Jane Burch  01473 264782 jane.burch@suffolk.gov.uk

3. County Council - ‘Lead Local Flood Authority’ 6 District/Borough Councils Environment Agency Suffolk Resilience Forum/Joint Emergency Planning Unit Water Companies Highways Agency Internal Drainage Boards Broads Authority National Farmers’ Union KEY PARTNERS: Natural England. Utility providers. Landowners. Developers. Suffolk Coast Forum. Parish Councils. Residents and businesses.

4. Suffolk Flood Risk Management Strategy Improve understanding of flood risks and roles Reduce flood risks using all available resources Prevent increase in flood risk Holistic approach to flood risk management delivering environmental and other benefits Encourage private maintenance of flood defences and watercourses www.suffolk.gov.uk/floodrisk

5. Flood Risks in Suffolk

6. It’s important we get it right The local flood strategy sets out the principles – it is up to everyone to do their bit.