Spending Review: Biba calls flood cuts 'a step backwards'

Biba has described government plans to cut investment in flood defences, announced today in the Comprehensive Spending Review, as "a step backwards".

Biba's technical services manager, Steve Foulsham, said: “In 2007 the previous Government committed to £2.15bn over three years 2008 - 2011. The £2bn over four years 2011- 2015 is a step backwards we are anxious that flood cover may not continue to be available following these cuts.

“Biba will continue to work with our insurance broker members, insurers and Government to provide access to appropriate insurance for those affected by flooding.”