Banbury Case Study

Question 1

Social issues with the scheme in Banbury

Answer 1

Transport disruption has increased due to the A361 route being raised into Banbury to clear space for the reservoir.
New footpaths and green areas have improved peoples health
Local people are less anxious and fearful about the prospect of future flooding

Question 2

Economic issues with the scheme

Answer 2

Cost £18.5m to built but it will protect over £100 million in property and infrastructure
Reduced costs for flood damage for actual homeowners
Potentially lower insurance premiums.

Question 3

Environmental issues with the scheme

Answer 3

habitat destruction in the construction of the embankment
Reservoir provides a temporary habitat for waterbirds
Concrete apertures are obtrusive in the environment.