Funding to design temporary coastal defences in Berwickshire
Coastal concerns in Berwickshire are being addressed by Scottish Borders Council (SBC) with the help of the public and businesses.
To reduce the impact of major storms which cause significant damage, SBC has received funding to design temporary coastal defences at Coldingham Bay and Pease Bay.
As part of the funding, the council is keen to hear from local residents and businesses to understand the economic contribution of the beaches to the local area as well as the impact continued erosion would have on tourism and the local economy if these defences were not put in place.
The beaches at Coldingham Bay and Pease Bay are vulnerable to the impacts of coastal flooding and erosion events.
Storm Babet, in 2023, resulted in significant damage to the beaches, dunes and accesses at Coldingham Bay and Pease Bay.
The consultation is open until November 30 and can be accessed on the SBC Citizen Space portal.