Reminder - have your say on new plans
A public consultation asking for views on new plans which respond to the challenges of flooding and creating more access to open green spaces and sustainable travel routes has now reached its halfway point, and additional online events have been added due to popular demand.
The scheme, which includes a new flood channel, will reduce the risk of flooding to homes, businesses, and infrastructure, while also providing habitat for wildlife and a new feature in the landscape for recreation. The channel will be flanked by new areas of public green open space, for recreation and spending time with nature. New footpaths and cycleways will run along the channel and through the new public spaces, linking different elements of the scheme with communities and providing better connections within and across the area. Areas of new and improved habitat for wildlife and nature recovery will connect with existing nature sites and wildlife corridors to provide a new nature recovery network along the length of the channel that supports even more biodiversity.
The consultation, which is running until Tuesday 20 December 2022, provides updated details of the planned work and timelines, including some important changes to the design.
There are still a number of exhibitions where people can learn more about the changes, study plans and drawings, watch a video of the proposals and submit comments. The team is really keen to hear people's thoughts on landscape proposals and new active travel facilities. Feedback forms are available at the events. The online form can also be completed.
The exhibitions are drop in events and will take place as follows:
| Event | Date | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Teddington | Tuesday 29 November | Peter and Paul Church (Centre), 4 Church Road, Teddington, TW11 8PB | 1pm to 7pm |
| Shepperton | Saturday 3 December | Shepperton Village Hall, 58A High Street, Shepperton, TW17 9AU | 10am to 4pm |
| Chertsey | Wednesday 7 December | St Peters Church, Windsor Street, Chertsey, KT16 8AT | 1pm to 7pm |
Due to popular demand, the team have added additional online events throughout the consultation. These events have been held on Microsoft Teams and include a presentation, followed by questions from attendees. Places are issued on a first come, first served basis.
There are some spaces left for the final virtual event, which take place on:
| Event Date | Time |
|---|---|
| Monday 5 December | 2pm to 3.30pm |
Anyone interested in attending an online event can book a place by emailing: rts@environment-agency.gov.uk.
River Thames Scheme project director Jeanne Capey said:
"I would urge anyone interested in the scheme to visit one of our remaining exhibitions, or the remaining webinar event, to find out more about the proposals and complete the consultation questionnaire."
Surrey County Council Cabinet Member for Highways and Community Resilience, Kevin Deanus said:
"I welcome this consultation and would encourage people to get involved and feedback their thoughts on these exciting proposals."
Have your say on the scheme by completing our online questionnaire.