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Coastal erosion and landslides have profound and far reaching consequences for individuals, families, and communities.
Conclusion
Coastal erosion and landslides have profound and far reaching consequences for individuals, families, and communities. While the physical loss of homes, buildings, and infrastructure is visible and measurable, the broader human and social impacts are equally severe but are not fully recognised. Impacts include harm to mental wellbeing, the deepening of existing social inequalities, the loss of essential community assets, increased isolation, and the erosion of social cohesion. (Conclusion, Paragraph 7)
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 22 June 2026. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document.
Source
Report
6th Report - Erosion of trust: the impact of coastal erosion on communities
20 Mar 2026
HC 1317
Addressee Bodies
Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs
Timeline
Recommendation age
0.5 yr
Report published
20 Mar 2026