Flood Risk Rural Communities 2024-03-14
2024-03-14
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Q1
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The question arises due to ongoing flood risks and the need for targeted government support in rural areas.
What steps his Department is taking to help protect rural communities in flood-risk areas?
Around 45% of the Government's £5.2 billion investment in flood protection is targeted at rural communities, and the Minister for Water is allocating £75 million of funding specifically to internal drainage boards, which serve many rural constituencies.
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Q2
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Recent flooding in areas like Austrey, Polesworth, and the Woodlands has caused damage to houses and businesses, prompting concerns over future flood prevention measures.
Parts of North Warwickshire and Bedworth have seen significant and unprecedented flooding. Will the Secretary of State set out what other steps can be taken to prevent this from happening?
Of the Environment Agency investment over six years, £24 million is going specifically into protecting 800 properties in North Warwickshire and Bedworth. Further discussions will be held to tackle flooding locally.
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Specific steps for preventing future flooding were not detailed beyond the current investment.
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Q3
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The recent return of the Northern Ireland Assembly with a new Minister for flooding highlights the need for effective financial management and lessons learned from other regions.
What discussions has the Secretary of State had with the Northern Ireland Assembly Minister to ensure that lessons learned here on the mainland can be used back home?
The Secretary of State visited the Northern Ireland Secretary's constituency recently to discuss a range of issues, including flooding. He is keen on learning from each other about tackling flooding effectively.
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Details of specific discussions and strategies for flood protection in Northern Ireland were not provided.
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