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Councils must use powers to protect new homes from flood risk

Published: Thu, 12 Jun 2008 18:39:31

Councils must get tough on protecting people in flood risk areas, Minister for Planning Caroline Flint announced on 12 June 2008.

New guidance published gives councils five clear steps for maximising the planning rules to better manage flood risks in their area.
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