Part 3Flood risk assessment, maps and plans
Flood risk management plans
29Flood risk management plans: guidance
1
The Scottish Ministers must give guidance to SEPA on the setting of objectives and identification of measures under sections 27 and 28.
2
The guidance must, in particular, address the consideration of measures that consist of carrying out any alteration (including enhancement) or restoration of a natural feature or characteristic.
3
The guidance must be given no later than 22nd December 2012.
4
The Scottish Ministers must review and where appropriate update the guidance not later than—
a
6 years after it was given, or
b
where the guidance has been reviewed under this subsection, 6 years after the last such review.
5
Before giving the guidance or updating it under subsection (4), the Scottish Ministers must consult—
a
SEPA,
b
every responsible authority, and
c
such other persons as they consider appropriate.
6
SEPA must have regard to any guidance given under this section.