The Green Alliance have published a report highlighting that current agricultural farm subsidies contribute to an increased risk of flooding. They believe that government funding could be more cohesive. They recommend three major changes to support natural flood defences. Read more.
Deadline for Property Flood Resilience Grants extended to 31st March 2017
The Property Flood Resilience Grant Scheme currently helps those affected by the December 2015 storms to protect their property by funding additional flood defence work in their homes and businesses. The grant is worth up to £5,000
The deadline for applications has now been extended to the 31st March 2017 and the deadline for the work to be completed is extended to 30th June 2017 .
Application details can be obtained from your local council.
Government flooding report anticipates 20-30% more extreme downpours
The Government has published its long awaited Flooding Resilience Report. It will plan for 20 – 30% more extreme downpours than previously expected. Utility companies pledge to protect 530 critical infrastructure sites. £12.5m to be invested in temporary flood defences.https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2016/sep/08/flooding-uk-government-plans-for-more-extreme-rainfall
Concrete + Rain = Flash Floods
The trend of paving our front gardens for parking means that sometimes heavy rain can’t soak away and it can lead to flash flooding. The Depave movement recommends using porous block paving, permeable asphalt, and new fast-draining concrete in order to help prevent flash flooding. https://www.theguardian.com/environment/2016/jul/25/why-concrete-rain-flash-floods-weatherwatch
