Council's plea to residents with 'devastating' flooding impacts
The public consultation aims to gather feedback from residents, businesses, and stakeholders to help shape the county's approach to managing flood risks from surface water, groundwater, and ordinary watercourses.
Councillor Catrin Maby, cabinet member for climate change and the environment, said: "We know that flooding can have devastating impacts on people's lives and livelihoods.
"This consultation is a vital step in ensuring our flood risk strategy reflects the needs and experiences of our communities.
"We want to hear from as many people as possible."
The draft strategy builds on the council's original 2013 plan and the 2016 Flood Risk Management Plan, both of which have guided flood management efforts to date.
It also takes into account updated national guidance from the Welsh Government, new legislation, and lessons learned from recent major flood events.
The revised strategy will guide flood risk management for the next six years.
The consultation is available through the council's engagement platform, Let's Talk Monmouthshire.
People can review the proposed strategy and complete a short survey by Friday, September 26, 2025.
Paper copies are also available at community hubs.
The council is also hosting drop-in sessions in August and September, where residents can speak directly with officers about the draft strategy.
Details on session locations, dates, and times can be found on the Let's Talk Monmouthshire website.
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