FLOOD PREVENTION

Early day motion 1652, tabled 14 September 2004 by Lord Tyler (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 47 members.

That this House notes around five million people, in two million properties, live in flood-risk areas in England and Wales; is concerned that predicted climate changes will result in 20 per cent. additional winter rainfall in some areas; recognises the need for a holistic approach to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, improve flood defences and provide support to affected communities; and further notes the need to devolve power over flood defences as near as possible to the communities affected.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 22, Labour 18, Conservative 2, DUP 2, Labour/Co-operative 2, UUP 1.