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Insurers blame climate change for rising costs

Andrew Donoghue
clock 30 July 2009 •

Even in areas with no flooding history, flood-related insurance payments are up 15 per cent

Businesses that may already be struggling to comprehend and comply with climate-related legislation will soon face another environmental burden – rising buildings insurance. That is the conclusion...

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