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To approve as a correct record the Minutes of the meeting held on 23rd July 2025.
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Introductions
Douglas McNab, Head of Climate Adaptation and Mitigation, will provide an introduction, including explaining that Essex has been relatively lucky in recent years, why it is important not to be complacent and to consider storm events and Essex County Council’s response.
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Essex County Council Emergency Planning
To receive a presentation from Jason Edwards, Emergency Planning and Resilience Consultant, focusing on the structure of dealing with emergencies including flooding, and to give an explanation of the current Essex Flood Plan.
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Essex County Council Flood Investigations
To receive a presentation from Melisa Laycock, Flood Investigation Engineer, explaining a ‘typical’ flood investigation case for Essex County Council, the process and outcomes involved and to share the new Essex Flood Guide.
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Storm Babet: Suffolk Experience
To receive a presentation from Matt Hullis, Suffolk County Council, explaining the reality of widespread storm flooding, the expectation on Lead Local Flood Authorities, resource implications and lesson learnt.
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Date of Next Meeting
To note that the next meeting will be held on 21 January 2026, online.
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Lunch
Members are invited to stay at County Hall for a networking lunch to continue discussions. The Essex Floods team will also be available to answer questions on ongoing cases or projects.
Please accept or decline the calendar invitation as soon as possible to help us minimise food waste.
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