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Coastal Management (including Coast Protection)


Service Description: The Isle of Wight Centre for the Coastal Environment (IWCCE) was established in 1997 to provide a focus for the council's growing activities on a local, regional, national and transnational scale in relation to coastal and geotechnical issues. Since it was formed the success of the IWCCE has led to the development of specialist services in coastal management and geological-related fields. The Isle of Wight Council is the Coast Protection Authority for the Isle of Wight.

Also known as:- Coastal Defences, Coastal Erosion, Erosion, Geo-Technical Services, Ground Stability, Landslides, Shoreline Management Plan

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Question: Where can I find information about ground movement on the Isle of Wight?

Answer: The Coastal Visitors Centre in Ventnor holds information about ground conditions in Ventnor and areas of Cowes. Some of this information is available to purchase in report form. Maps and a Geographical Information System are also available to view at the Centre, although appointments are generally required to view the Geographical Information System. - Related Link


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