Flood Prevention

Flooding

Flood prevention for Shrewsbury remains a top priority.  The River Severn Partnership has received government funding to enable schemes that will alleviate flooding and make the Severn, Wye, Warwickshire Avon and Teme the most vibrant and resilient river network.  Flooding not only affects quality of life, it has a massive impact on local economies and the natural environment.  I will continue to work with government ministers, local councils and water authorities to reduce flood risk. 

News

Flood Funding - My Questions to Prime Minister

Urging the PM today, 23 February 2022, to support our efforts with DEFRA, to find a permanent solution to flooding in Shrewsbury. Click on the link to view Prime Minister's Questions:  

Flooding in Shrewsbury - Finding a Holistic Solution

Once again the River Severn has flooded causing large parts of Shrewsbury to be under water.  Shropshire Council’s highways teams are working around the clock to close roads and car parks and make sure people who need them have sandbags to protect their homes and businesses.

Questions on Managing River Severn

I had the opportunity of raising the issue of the River Severn Partnership with Paul Scully MP during Business Energy and Industrial Strategy Oral Questions.

Flood Alleviation

I took the opportunity to take part in Theo Clarke’s Westminster Hall Debate on Staffordshire Flooding and highlighted the need for the government to provide a holistic approach to tackling flooding.

Government Funding for Flood Alleviation

In a bid to tackle flooding of the River Severn, the River Severn Partnership which consists of representatives from local authorities and water organisations has gained ministerial support and commitment.

Funding for River Severn Partnership

Without additional government investment the River Severn Partnership cannot implement schemes to prevent the devastation caused by the flooding of the River Severn.  I have asked the Chancellor of the Exchequer if he can consider awarding the Partnership further funding in order that they can pr