Dorset
experienced several intense rainfall events through January 2026, culminating
in Storm Chandra (26-27 January 2026) which delivered exceptionally heavy rain
onto already saturated catchments, causing widespread flooding. As a result of the
flooding impacts, Dorset Council committed £5m toward flood resilience in
February 2026. This report details the approach to deliver four linked
workstreams and seeks Cabinet support to undertake the necessary activities
involved.
Decision type: Key
Decision status: Recommendations Approved
Notice of proposed decision first published: 21/04/2026
Decision due: 19 May 2026 by Cabinet
Lead member: Cabinet Member for Place Services
Lead director: Executive Director - Economy and Environment
Contact: Matthew Penny, Service Manager - Flood & Coastal Erosion Email: [email protected], Jack Wiltshire, Corporate Director for Highways and Engineering Email: [email protected].