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Storm Claudia Flood Impacts
18 November 2025
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement addresses the impacts of Storm Claudia on the UK, particularly in Wales and England, and outlines ongoing efforts to improve flood resilience.
Action Requested
The government has committed over £10.5 billion by 2036 for flood defence improvements, simplified flood funding rules starting April, and increased maintenance funding. A Flood Resilience Taskforce advises on national and local flood preparedness.
Key Facts
- Storm Claudia caused flooding in Wales and England, with 57 properties flooded and 18,000 protected by defences.
- The Environment Agency issued warnings to over 165,000 people during the storm.
- £10.5 billion is committed for flood defence improvements until 2036, protecting 900,000 properties.
- Flood funding rules will be simplified starting April.
- £108 million has been reprioritised for maintenance of defences.
- Flood Re provided cover for over 345,000 household policies in 2024/25.
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