Floods

Speed Read 'Only a matter of time' before heavy rainfall strikes London's transport network, report warns

By The Week Staff Published 11 April 16

Speed Read Extra spending comes after claims of 'full-level mismanagement' at Environment Agency

By The Week Staff Published 4 January 16

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By Jeva Lange Published 30 December 15

Speed Read Government faces questions over cuts and failed flood defences as the clean-up operation continues

By The Week Staff Last updated 8 December 15

Speed Read With winds of up to 80mph forecast from Storm Barney, public are warned not to risk photographs

By The Week Staff Published 17 November 15

Speed Read More than 1,000 snakes try to escape rising waters by sheltering in kitchens, linen closets and on patios

By The Week Staff Published 29 May 15

In Depth Rare astronomical alignment means high tides will be higher than usual at certain times this year

By The Week Staff Published 23 February 15

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By The Week Staff Published 23 February 14

Speed Read Final floods damage bill could cost insurers as much as £1bn, prompting fears of a rise in premiums

By The Week Staff Last updated 18 February 14

In Depth Cost of the bad weather could reach £1bn, with claims expected to hit £30,000 each

By The Week Staff Published 14 February 14

Speed Read The Thames Barrier has been raised 28 times in the last ten weeks – that's 20% of the total since it was built

By The Week Staff Published 12 February 14

In Depth From the Somerset Levels to Syria, poor leadership is wearing the public patience thin

By Crispin Black Published 12 February 14