3 February 2011
Work began recently to create a road and pavement hump, at the north end of Earl Street, to stop floodwater on the Botley Road pouring like a river down Earl Street. The work is now complete. We have campaigned for this for over two years. It is a big step in the right direction for residents of Earl and Duke Streets. Thanks to all concerned at County, City and EA.
22 July 2009
Nick Hills of the OFA Steering Group was interviewed by Geraldine Piers on BBC Oxford TV regional news.
The government is asking local authorities to build new houses – Oxford is due to provide 8000 more. Nick spoke about the importance of taking flooding into account when the siting of these houses is considered. Unless great care is taken, building in areas likely to flood not only puts the new properties at risk but increases the risk for existing properties.
Local authorities should think long and hard, and take the government’s PPS25 guidance into account, when considering the siting of new buildings.
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