Citation:
Morris, J., Hess, T.M., Gowing, D.J., Leeds-Harrison, P.B., Bannister, N., Wade, M. and Vivash, R.M. (2004). Integrated Washland Management for Flood Defence and Biodiversity. Paper given at 38th Defra Flood and Coastal Management Conference, Keele University, 16-18th July, 2003. Cranfield University at Silsoe, Bedfordshire, UK. 2003
Abstract:
A combination of reform of agricultural policy, changing priorities in the
countryside, growing commitment to protect and enhance biodiversity, and
concerns about increased flood risk in lowlands have drawn attention to the
potential contribution that managed washlands can make to deliver benefits to
biodiversity and flood management. In this context, and with funding from Defra
and English Nature, the study reported here1 set out to determine the scope for
simultaneously achieving flood management and biodiversity objectives, and how
this might be achieved in practice. The broad purpose is to inform policy on
washland creation and management, including mechanisms for implementation if
deemed appropriate.
