STAKEHOLDERS have held a meeting to discuss the ongoing issues in the area regarding flooding.

The Hythe taskforce met with key stakeholders on the 23rd May.

Councillor David King chaired the meeting, which saw participation from councillors, community representatives and agencies such as the environmental agency.

Members were delighted with the news that there was progress towards mitigating flooding risks along Haven Road, which hosts important members of the community and businesses.

A replacement of a crucial valve that is responsible for discharging water flow between the river and surface water systems.

New solar powered signage will be installed to alert drivers of potential flooding and provide diversion routes and will hopefully be operational by early autumn.

Repair works at Fieldgate Quay are also advancing and the appointment of the preferred contractor by Colchester City Council is expected by early July.

In order for these repairs to take place, the council will need to secure a marine licence, if granted the repairs should take place by early autumn.

Cllr David King, Chair of the Hythe Taskforce, commented: “We are encouraged by the recent progress and these initial, firm plans to mitigate flooding, disruption, and begin quayside repairs.

“The Taskforce remains committed to working collaboratively to find long-term solutions to flooding in the Hythe area.”