Written question asked by Lord Hunt of Chesterton (Labour), in the House of Lords. It was due for an answer on Monday, 26 January 2004. It was answered by Lord Whitty (Labour) on Monday, 26 January 2004.

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Whitty, Lord

Question

What is their current prediction for the average rise in sea level around the United Kingdom over the next 10, (b) 30 and (c) 100 years; how this compares with the rise over the past 10 years; and how it affects planning decisions for coastal and estuarine developments, especially in areas already subject to flooding. [HL 706]. - Inc figures and ref to 'Flood and Coastal Defence Project Appraisal Guidance 3: Economic Appraisal'.

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Secondary information

Type

Written question

Reference

HL 706; 657 c20-1WA

Session

2003-04

Subjects

Coastal areas Climate change Flood control Floods Estuaries Planning Property development Seas and oceans