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Written question asked by Caroline Voaden (Liberal Democrat) on Friday, 28 August 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Wednesday, 2 September 2026. It was answered by Emma Hardy (Labour) on Friday, 4 September 2026 on behalf of the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.


Flood Control: Business

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what steps she is taking to support businesses at risk of flooding but ineligible for Flood Re insurance.

Answer

Businesses in flood risk areas should seek out the best insurance quotes available to them and may benefit from using an appropriate broker. There are a range of insurance products available, including the British Insurance Brokers’ Association (BIBA) Commercial Property scheme for small and medium-sized enterprises, and parametric insurance products.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
24550
Session
2026-27
Subjects
Business Flood control Insurance Floods Flood Re
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk