Chloe Langley – Principal Officer in Flood Risk Management (Lead Local Flood Authority)

By looking at the interactions between surface water and the river, opportunities for greening the city and implementing sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) are abundant. Through better management of rain at its source, we could all contribute to reducing run-off to the river and improving water quality, as well as reducing risk of localised flooding issues. This could range from individual homeowners de-paving, utilising water butts and green roofs through to larger scale storage schemes through rain gardens and ponds in public spaces.

The River Leen fascinates me on a personal level, with its rich history and its potential to become Nottingham’s favourite river in the future. If we all worked together to improve the health and flood risk of the River Leen, the future could look a little brighter (and greener) for all of us.