30/07/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 30/07/2024 20:15
The Review of South East Flooding (Autumn 2023) has been published.
A link to the review is here: https://www.infrastructure-ni.gov.uk/publications/review-flooding-south-east-autumn-2023
The review which was jointly led by The Executive Office, Department for Infrastructure, Department for Communities, Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council and Newry, Mourne and Down District Council examined the local tactical response and the strategic regional response to the extreme flooding events which severely affected Newry City, Downpatrick and Portadown. Jacobs were engaged by the Department for Infrastructure to provide an independent technical insight into the causes of the flooding and to present considerations for viable solutions.
A total of 22 recommendations have been outlined in the review. These are being considered and will be actioned by the various Departments and Agencies involved in the review.
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