The hazards and consequences of extreme climate events forms the basis for the risk register, which under the headings below, summarises the services and business functions impacted:
Local Adaptation Governance and Business Operations
| Services & Functions Affected | Climate Events | Climate Hazard Impacts | Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Services | Storm Events, Snow Events, Extreme Rainfall Events | Building closuresElectrical faultsRisks to staff welfare, Public safetyTourism | Economic Loss |
Infrastructure and Built Environment
| Services & Functions Affected | Climate Events | Climate Hazard Impacts | Consequences |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roads, footpaths, bridges, construction and maintenance | All Extreme Weather Events | Increasing deterioration Collapsing infrastructure Impassable areas | Economic Loss Public Safety |
| Building Stock - LA Buildings and social housing stock | Storm, Rainfall, Snow and Heatwave Events | Housing stock damage Heating issues Closure of Local Authority buildings | Economic Loss Public Safety |
| Community Infrastructure | Sustained Extreme Events | Weakening of community infrastructure Impacts on recreation amenities and tourism activities | Economic Loss Social Loss Public Safety |
| Cultural & Heritage | Storm, Rainfall, Snow Events | Damage to cultural and heritage assets | Economic Loss, Environmental & Heritage Loss |