Residents in Ayrshire are being invited to submit their views over future plans to manage the region's shoreline.

A draft Shoreline Management Plan has been developed in partnership with North Ayrshire and South Ayrshire Councils which assesses the risks to the people of Ayrshire and its historic and natural environment from coastal flooding and erosion.

The document also identifies suitable policies for the management of these risks and covers the entire Ayrshire mainland coastline from Skelmorlie in the north, to the northern shore of Loch Ryan in the south, and the coasts of the islands of Arran and Great Cumbrae.

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A consultation on the Plan is now underway and will run into 20 April.

Cllr Jim Montgomerie said: "The Ayrshire coastline is a hugely important asset and it's crucial that we have a proper plan in place to ensure it remains that way.

"This draft plan looks at the potential risks we face in years to come – everything from tidal flooding to erosion – and how we can best place ourselves to meet those challenges.

"I hope that people take time to have a look at the draft plan and offer their own comments."

Consultation events will take place on the following dates;

• Monday, 19 February, 12pm-7pm - Irvine Library, 168 High Street, Irvine

• Tuesday, 20 February, 12pm- 6.50pm - Millport Library, The Garrison, Millport, Isle of Cumbrae

• Wednesday, 21 February, 12.30pm-7pm - Ardrossan Civic Centre, 150 Glasgow Street, Ardrossan

• Thursday, 22 February, 12pm-6.30pm - Brodick Library, Main Street, Brodick, Arran

• Friday, 23 February, 12pm-5pm - Largs Library, 26 Allanpark Street, Largs

(LM)