Coast Protection
General Information on the Coast Protection Service
Contact:
By e-mail: Contact Coast Protection
By phone: St Boswells (01835) 825146
By fax: St Boswells (01835) 823008
By letter: Council HQ, Newtown St Boswells, Melrose, TD6 0SA
Manager:
Mr Iain Williams
General Service Statistics:
- 30 kilometres of Berwickshire coastline (excluding harbours and private seas defences)
- Designated coastal protection structures at Eyemouth sea wall and Cowdrait, Burnmouth
Principal Role:
To carry out the duties imposed by the Coast Protection Act and to inspect and maintain the coast protection structures at Eyemouth and Cowdrait.
Impact on Public Safety:
Sea wall inspections are carried out to assess any potential public safety issues
Principal Documents:
Principal Legislation:
- The Coast Protection Act 1949
Performance Measures:
None at Present
Part of Technical Services Division:
Head of Service:
Mr Robert Young
Administrative, Professional, Technical & Clerical Employees:
3
Manual Employees:
None
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