The Severnside Area Forum met to discuss flooding, active travel, placemaking, and policing issues in the Severnside area. The forum was scheduled to receive verbal updates on flooding issues, active travel routes, and placemaking initiatives. It was also scheduled to discuss policing issues in the area.

Flooding Issues

The Severnside Area Forum was scheduled to receive a verbal update on flooding issues around the Severnside area, with a specific focus on estuary defences in relation to climate change. The Severn Estuary is an area of concern due to rising sea levels and increased storm activity.

Active Travel Routes

The forum was scheduled to receive a verbal update regarding the Caldicot Active Travel Routes, specifically the shared paths from Undy to Rogiet and from Rogiet to Caldicot. Active travel refers to modes of transport that involve physical activity, such as walking and cycling¹. Monmouthshire County Council has been working to improve active travel routes in the area, in line with the Active Travel (Wales) Act 2013².

Placemaking

The Severnside Area Forum was scheduled to receive a verbal update regarding placemaking in Magor/Undy and Caldicot. Placemaking is a community-led approach to improving public spaces³. It involves working with local residents, businesses, and other stakeholders to create vibrant, attractive, and sustainable places.

Policing Issues

The forum was scheduled to discuss policing issues in the Severnside area with a view to determining who to invite to a future Severnside Area Forum Meeting. The discussion may have included consideration of crime rates, anti-social behaviour, and community safety concerns.