by Tom Walsh
A county councillor in Lincolnshire has said that caravanners should contribute to improving sea defences around the region.
Councillor Colin Davie believes that there a large number of holidaymakers in the area that contribute nothing to the upkeep and protection of the east coast, the East Lindsey Target reports.
As Christmas approaches the UK is set to experience adverse weather conditions with the country already having been battered with strong winds, torrential rain and localised flooding. It highlights the need for sufficient defences at coastal resorts.
Councillor Davie told the news provider that he wants caravans to be registered while they stay in the area which would mean that Lincolnshire receives a larger amount of funding from central Government.
“We need, in my view, about £1 billion in the next 100 years to fund sea defences on the East Lincolnshire coast. Quite clearly the view is that there is going to be a requirement for local contribution towards it,” Councillor Davie added.
