3.1.3.2 Lyme Regis: coastal managment scheme in the UK

Question 1

where is Lyme Regis

Answer 1

West Dorset

Question 2

why did Lyme Regis need the scheme 3 reasons

Answer 2

built on unstable cliffs so the coastline is eroding more rapidly
powerful waves from the southwest
to provide long-term protection and reduce the threat of landslides

Question 3

impacts social p+n

Answer 3

+the harbour is now better protected so there is a reduced conflict between groups
-traffic congestion and litter have increased causing conflict

Question 4

impacts environmental p+n

Answer 4

+defences have stood up to recent storms and the harbour is better protected
- spoiled natural environment with the sea walls and it may also interfere with coastal processes

Question 5

impacts economic p+n

Answer 5

+new beaches have increased tourism and local businesses have improved
- very expensive

Question 6

cost total

Answer 6

£43.4 million

Question 7

date to complete fully

Answer 7

1990-2015

Question 8

what was introduced

Answer 8

390m sea wall
sand and shingle beach created by dredging the English channel
rock armour