LINK Freshwater | Flooding

LINK welcomes the passing of the new Bill on flooding on 13 May 2009. This is a major opportunity to have more sustainable approaches for the management of flood risk.

The proceedings of Stage 3 in the parliamentary process, and other relevant documents can be found on Scottish Parliament website.

Sustainable flood management good for people and biodiversity LINK Media News, May 2009

Flooded homes
(Andy Hay/RSPB Images)

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What is Sustainable Flood Management

Sustainable flood management is about planning at a catchment scale - from the source of the river to the sea - and managing the risk of flooding in an integrated way.

Using sustainable flood management approaches, we can better prepare, respond and manage flooding, and minimise the economic, environmental and social costs of flooding.

More about Sustainable Flood Management

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River Tay estuary: a dynamic and naturally functioning system.
(Andy Hay/RSPB Images)

Role of Natural Habitats in
Reducing Flooding Risk

The problem of flooding has been made worse by the way we manage catchment areas and defend ourselves against floods. Many important freshwater and upland habitats have been lost or degraded.

Restoring these habitats can reduce flood risk to people and property, and at the same time increase biodiversity, reduce pollution and improve amenity.

More about Natural Habitats and Reducing Flood Risk

Insh Marshes natural floodplain
(Andy Hay/RSPB Images)

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