Diagrams have long been used in participatory modelling to allow researchers to move away from equations (which are accessible to only a few) to diagrams of how systems work. Causal loop diagrams are most often used in the early stages of projects, and therefore act as a continually evolving picture of the groups’ understanding of… Read more »
Southwell residents are busy creating a community model of flood risk. This model will be unlike the traditional hydrological modelling which has been commissioned by Nottinghamshire County Council. Instead of looking at the flow of water, we will explore different hotspots of risk during the 2013 flood event, how that risk moved through the town,… Read more »
Volunteers’ Fair Saracens Head 10 to 12.30 Are you looking to volunteer? Southwell Flood Forum will be there – do come and talk to us. If you can’t make it and you’re interested in joining us to help keep Southwell safe, email volunteering@southwellfloodforum.org.uk or phone James on 07515 442032 It will be combined with our… Read more »
This e-Bulletin describes the first of my case studies, which will bear similarities to the project planned for Southwell. Hopefully it will give you a flavour of what to expect from attending the workshops. e-Bulletin #2 – What went before, Hebden Bridge
Well, it’s rolled around quickly, again: Christmas is nearly upon us! For many this is a time to look forward to, to celebrate and to enjoy the company of friends and family. However, for some families, this Christmas will mark one year after last year’s dreadful winter floods. For those who are only recently home,… Read more »
This month’s bulletin includes a welcome to a new member of National Flood Forum staff, a community article by Manor Park Flood Action Group in Slough, some information on a new crowd-funding website that’s just been launched to help flood groups raise money and some bite-size updates from the flood policy world, with a plea… Read more »
The Project in 300 Words With support from Southwell Flood Forum, The University of Nottingham are putting together a research group to participate in this project. View the first E-Bulletin about the project below. Download E-Bulletin #1
Repair and Renew Event Programme (includes information on Mitigation Funding, Property Level Protection and Community Emergency Plan) The Repair and Renew Grant is available to help flooded homes and businesses with the cost of installing flood protection to your home or business to make you more flood resilient and resistant. The application form can be downloaded, printed and completed… Read more »
We are delighted that the Chancellor has confirmed in his Autumn Statement that Southwell will be receiving Grant in Aid funding which, together with the Environment Agency funding covers about 54% of the total costs of mitigation to reduce our flood risk. Read more
We are delighted that the Chancellor has confirmed in his Autumn Statement that Southwell will be receiving Grant in Aid funding which, together with the Environment Agency funding covers about 54% of the total costs of mitigation to reduce our flood risk. Read more in the Bramley newspaper
