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Collaborative multiscale water resources planning in England

Lookup NU author(s): Ali Leonard, Professor Jaime AmezagaORCiD, Dr Elizabeth Lewis, Emeritus Professor Chris Kilsby, Dr Anna MurgatroydORCiD

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Abstract

Practitioners in water resources planning in England are navigating new multiscale planning structures. A National Framework introduced in 2020 embeds strategic cooperation across a privatized industry to meet higher resilience standards. This study presents a critical analysis of the National Framework to identify feasible solutions to navigate England’s water crisis. Findings are based on engagement with practitioners identifying successes, challenges, and lessons learned throughout 2020–2024. Recommendations include establishing a national coordination office as part of an explicit multiscale framework. Over time, the framework can continue to be built upon for a more informed transition to adaptive, collaborative, integrated planning.

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Author(s): Leonard A, Amezaga J, Blackwell R, Lewis E, Kilsby C, Murgatroyd A

Publication type: Article

Publication status: Published

Journal: International Journal of Water Resources Development

Year: 2024

Pages: epub ahead of print

Online publication date: 17/12/2024

Acceptance date: 29/11/2024

Date deposited: 06/01/2025

ISSN (print): 0790-0627

ISSN (electronic): 1360-0648

Publisher: Routledge

URL: https://doi.org/10.1080/07900627.2024.2438209

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1080/07900627.2024.2438209

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