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Defra announces funding to improve flooding defences in 'worst condition' on record

Flooding Secretary Emma Hardy has criticised the previous Conservative Government for failing to protect rural and farming communities from flooding

Chris Brayford
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Flooding Secretary Emma Hardy said: "Flooding can take a devastating toll on farmers and rural communities. The role of Government is to protect its citizens. However, we inherited flood defences in their worst condition on record."
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Flooding Secretary Emma Hardy said: "Flooding can take a devastating toll on farmers and rural communities. The role of Government is to protect its citizens. However, we inherited flood defences in their worst condition on record."

More than 1,000 flood schemes will be built or repaired across England to protect homes, farms and businesses from the dangers of flooding. Floods Secretary Emma Hardy announced on Monday (March 31)...

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