Thousands of properties to benefit from new and existing schemes
The latest investment will support new flood protection schemes designed to benefit 4,640 properties 11,000 homes and businesses that are already set to be protected by projects due to be completed in 2025.
The record funding builds on two consecutive years of investment exceeding £75 million and is part of a broader effort to reduce flood risk to over 45,000 properties as the government accelerates its climate resilience strategy.
Flooding and property risks highlighted
Propertymark has highlighted the growing concerns surrounding pollution and flood damage, stressing the importance of understanding flood zone classifications and mitigation measures.
Assured Advice 38: Pollution and flood risk
Would it be a misleading omission to fail to give information about pollution levels or flood risks for a residential property for sale or let?
Agents should ensure they understand the risks in their area and provide all relevant material information when marketing a property for sale or let.
Targeted investment across Wales
A significant portion of the Welsh Government’s funding will be directed to Natural Resources Wales and local authorities, enabling flood alleviation projects in areas including Bontnewydd in Gwynedd, Pentre in Rhondda Cynon Taf, Gurnos in Powys, and Haven Head in Pembrokeshire. In addition, 23 natural flood management projects will be rolled out, using nature-based solutions to protect nearly 2,800 properties.
Urgent action to address the impact of climate change
The Deputy First Minister reinforced the urgency of the investment, citing the impact of Storms Bert and Darragh, which affected more than 700 properties and how, the government is committed to long-term planning and emergency response, to ensure communities are protected from increasingly frequent and severe weather events.
