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Coastal Erosion Forces Hemsby Resident into Homelessness

10/15/2025

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Pascal Rose, a Hemsby resident, has registered as homeless after Great Yarmouth Borough Council informed her that her home faces imminent demolition due to coastal erosion.
The council offered options to sell planning rights but gave no communication to Rose.
Council leader Carl Smith said relocation options are being developed for residents, with Save Hemsby Coastline's Simon Measures noting the £1.6 million grant is insufficient to compensate 30 homeowners.

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Pascal Rose, a Hemsby resident, has registered as homeless after Great Yarmouth Borough Council informed her that her home faces imminent demolition due to coastal erosion.
The council offered options to sell planning rights but gave no communication to Rose.
Council leader Carl Smith said relocation options are being developed for residents, with Save Hemsby Coastline's Simon Measures noting the £1.6 million grant is insufficient to compensate 30 homeowners.