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Boston Flooding Sparks Outrage Over MP's Inaction on Climate

3/25/2026

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In January 2025, flooding in Boston, Lincolnshire, damaged homes and produced 'black water' sewage, described by Audrey Crook, a carer.
Many residents, including Audrey Crook, are frustrated with Richard Tice, the local MP, for not engaging after the flood.
A study found Boston has England's highest number of at-risk homes, with over 8,600 properties becoming 'mortgage prisoners'.
Richard Tice defends climate action, prioritizing immediate flood defenses over long-term net-zero targets.

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Story summary

In January 2025, flooding in Boston, Lincolnshire, damaged homes and produced 'black water' sewage, described by Audrey Crook, a carer.
Many residents, including Audrey Crook, are frustrated with Richard Tice, the local MP, for not engaging after the flood.
A study found Boston has England's highest number of at-risk homes, with over 8,600 properties becoming 'mortgage prisoners'.
Richard Tice defends climate action, prioritizing immediate flood defenses over long-term net-zero targets.