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Government promises £50m boost to protect farming communities from flooding

James Murray

13 November 2024 • 3 min read

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Additional funding for Internal Drainage Boards to help tackle flow risks faced by rural communities

The government has today announced an additional £50m of funding to bolster flood resilience in rural communities, as it confirmed plans to consult on a new strategic vision for UK's flood defence strategy...

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