Flood resilience

Early day motion 267, tabled 11 January 2024 by Sarah Dyke (Liberal Democrat). Signed by 8 members.

That this House is concerned by the impact of flooding caused by the recent Storm Henk following a year of frequent flooding in many parts of the UK; supports calls for extreme weather resilience plans to be in place for all communities in identified catchment areas; notes the significant impact flooding has on people’s mental health and the anxiety it can cause; recognises that some of the most vulnerable people in society are unequally affected by flooding; understands that the increased cost burden on homeowners damaged by flood damage through increased insurance or uninsurable homes is significant; and calls on the Government to increase Environmental Agency funding in order to increase the flood resilience of communities across the UK.

Signatures by party: Liberal Democrat 5, Green 1, Labour 1, Labour/Co-operative 1.