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George Eustice – 2022 Comments on Flood Protection Work

The comments made by George Eustice, the Environment Secretary, on 12 April 2022.

Our programme of work has protected over 314,000 properties, defending people, communities, and businesses from flooding and coastal erosion. We know that there is still more to do, so we are doubling our investment with a record £5.2 billion over the next six years.