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UK Unveils £10.5 Billion Flood Defence Plan for Homes
10/15/2025
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- The UK government (the government of the United Kingdom) announced its first flood defence funding update since 2011.
- It allocates £10.5 billion through 2036 to protect nearly 900,000 homes, with at least 20% reserved for deprived communities, prioritizing natural flood management.
- New rules simplify funding processes.
- Projects under £3 million receive full government support.
- Larger projects receive 90% funding for costs above this threshold.
