RESOLVED –
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That the content of the report be
supported;
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That the proposed amendments to the River Medway
(Flood Relief Act) 1976 set out by the Environment Agency in
section 2 of the report be supported, and;
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That a letter be sent to DEFRA providing support of
the Borough Council for the expansion of the Leigh Flood Storage
Area.
REASON FOR DECISION:
To
increase storage of flood water that would reduce the risk to homes
and businesses in Tonbridge and Hildenborough.