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6th Report - Erosion of trust: the impact of coastal erosion on communities
Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee
HC 1317
Published 20 March 2026
Recommendations
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Accepted in Part
When the CTAP pilot concludes in 2027, Defra should move away from a selective piloting...
Recommendation
When the CTAP pilot concludes in 2027, Defra should move away from a selective piloting approach. In its response to this report, it should commit to establishing a longterm national strategy that provides financial assistance and relocation support for properties …
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Government Response Summary
The government commits to evaluating the CAP and CTAP pilots to inform future policy and develop a long-term model of support for homeowners at risk of coastal erosion. It states that the refreshed FCERM Strategy, expected in 2027, will embed coastal change, transition, and adaptation as key priorities, aligning with the establishment of a national strategy but not committing to a fully established strategy with specific financial assistance details by a firm date immediately after 2027.
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Accepted in Part
In its response, Defra should provide a plan setting out how wider nonmonetised benefits for...
Recommendation
In its response, Defra should provide a plan setting out how wider nonmonetised benefits for coastal erosion projects will be incorporated into the reformed FCERM funding model. This plan should: 22 a. Specify the benefits to be included in the …
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Government Response Summary
The government explains that wider non-monetised benefits, including tourism and community viability, are already incorporated into FCERM project appraisals through qualitative assessments and existing guidance. It also confirms that the Environment Agency's research team is currently undertaking independent research to assess the mental health costs of coastal erosion, with findings to be published in 2026.