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Borth from the cliff<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

People living in coastal communities, like Borth, hold valuable knowledge about the coast and how it has changed over time. They understand the risks involved in living close to the sea, including those associated with climate change and sea level rise.<\/p>\n

Alex Arnall and his team collect and share their stories then work with local authorities and policymakers to explore how lived experience can inform future approaches to coastal planning and flood management.<\/p>\n

Read their full article here<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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