The Liberal Democratic Party has called for a national task force to improve the UK's flood defences.
Speaking at the party's conference in Bournemouth, Malcolm Bruce said last year's floods were “a devastating wake-up call to the laughable nature of the UK's flood defence strategy”.
He said more investment in flood defences was vital, but it needed to be overseen by a single body.
“The hotch-potch of administrative arrangements surrounding flood defence is diabolical,” he said.
“It is unbelievable that the Environment Agency doesn't have the overall responsibility for flood defence management and planning.”
The 2025 Insurance Times Awards took place on the evening of Wednesday 3rd December in the iconic Great Room of London’s Grosvenor House.
Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Hosted by comedian and actor Tom Allen, 34 Gold, 23 Silver and 22 Bronze awards were handed out across an amazing 34 categories recognising brilliance and innovation right across the breadth of UK general insurance.
Many congratulations to all the worthy winners and as always, huge thanks to our sponsors for their support and our judges for their expertise.
