Abstract
Fragmented governance contexts make it difficult for public bodies to direct and control climate adaptation initiatives. This paper highlights how Newcastle City Council collaborated with local partners to create a shared understanding of how a major storm could affect public services across North East England. This helped the authority to develop a business case to invest in infrastructure that will help to protect future generations from severe weather events.
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Peter Eckersley
Peter Eckersley is a Senior Research Fellow in Public Policy and Management at Nottingham Trent University, UK.
Kit England
Kit England is the manager of Climate Ready Clyde, at Sniffer, where he is leading development of Glasgow City Region’s climate change adaptation approach.
Laurence Ferry
Laurence Ferry is a Professor in Accounting at Durham University Business School, UK.