G1C: Lyme Regis

Question 1

Reasons for management

Answer 1

Much of the town is built on the eroding cliffs.
Many properties have already been destroyed.

Question 2

Phase 1 and 2

Answer 2

1-New sea wall and promenade
1.4 million to stabilise cliifs done

2-Extensive improvements to the sea wall
New sea walls and promenades
WIde sand and spit to absorb wave energy
Extension of rock armour

Question 3

Phase 3 and 4

Answer 3

3-Nothing was done as costs outweighed benefits plan was to prevent coastal erosion
4- Constructing a new sea wall in front of the exsisting wall to provide protection
Extensive nailing to provide safety to 480 homes

Question 4

2 pros/cons of management

Answer 4

Pros- New beaches increase tourism
Beneifts fishermen and boat owners

Cons-Some people think new defences have spoilt natural landscape
Stabilising cliffs will prevent landslips.