UK Government Allocates £26m to Protect 2,300 Homes and Businesses from Frequent Flooding
The UK government has allocated over £26m from its £100m Frequently Flooded Allowance fund to protect communities in Worcestershire, Cumbria, and the Calder Valley in West Yorkshire. This initial quarterly disbursement aims to benefit around 2,300 households and businesses across 53 flood defence projects. The funding is part of a larger £5.2 billion investment by 2027 to bolster flood protection in England.
Environment Minister Rebecca Pow announced the allocation, highlighting that the fund prioritises areas with 10 or more properties flooded at least twice in the last decade. The first tranche will support communities in these regions, which have experienced repeated flooding.
A study from the University of Bristol warns that if global temperatures rise by 3.3°C, UK flood damage could increase by over 20%. Other regions at risk include parts of the Midlands, the North West, Yorkshire and the Humber in England, and the Central Belt and parts of the Highlands in Scotland. Major cities like London, Manchester, Glasgow, and Edinburgh also face significant flooding risks.
The £26m funding is a step towards protecting communities from frequent flooding. It targets areas with a proven history of repeated flooding, aiming to safeguard properties and businesses. As climate change increases flood risks, the UK government continues to invest in flood defence measures to mitigate the impact on communities.
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