English Severn and Wye Regional Flood and Coastal Committee (RFCC)
The Regional Flood and Coastal Committee (RFCC) is a committee established by the Environment Agency under the Flood and Water Management Act 2010 that brings together members appointed by Lead Local Flood Authorities (LLFAs) and independent members with relevant experience for 3 purposes:
- to ensure there are coherent plans for identifying, communicating and managing flood and coastal erosion risks across catchments and shorelines
- to encourage efficient, targeted and risk-based investment in flood and coastal erosion risk management that represents value for money and benefits local communities
- to provide a link between the Environment Agency, LLFAs, other risk management authorities, and other relevant bodies to build understanding of flood and coastal erosion risks in its area
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Meeting dates
- 15 January 2025
- 16 April 2025
- 9 July 2025
- 15 October 2025
Members of the public and press are welcome to attend as observers. To attend a meeting or request copies of agendas and papers contact the Environment Agency by emailing ESWRFCC@environment-agency.gov.uk or call 0203 0251656.
Vacancies
We have 2 vacancies for general independent members. One role is available to start now, the other from 1 July 2025.
Being a member of the committee is a fantastic opportunity to:
- get involved with issues that really matter in your area
- gain new skills, experience and build your network
- make a real difference to people’s lives, livelihoods and to the environment we all live in
You can find out more about these roles and apply on our recruitment website.
Committee members
| Member | Organisation |
|---|---|
| Matthew Riddle | Chair |
| Chris Fulton | Environment Agency appointee |
| Sanjay Johal | Environment Agency appointee |
| Richard Grindle | Environment Agency appointee |
| Mathieu Faure | Environment Agency appointee |
| Robert Pearce | Environment Agency appointee |
| Councillor Patricia Hetherton | Coventry City Council |
| Councillor Jeff Hill | Dudley Metropolitan Borough Council |
| Councillor Paul McLain | Gloucestershire County Council |
| Councillor Philip Price | Herefordshire Council |
| Councillor Ian Nellins | Shropshire Council |
| Councillor Richard Overton | Telford and Wrekin Council |
| Councillor Andy Crump | Warwickshire County Council |
| Councillor Emma Stokes | Worcestershire County Council |