The government will be spending a record amount on flood and costal defences, it has been announced.
Flood and Coastal Defence Minister Elliot Morley confirmed that spending would reach £570m for 2005-2006, up £90m on 2004-2005.
Of the £570m, £443m will be given to the Environment Agency and £54m will be shared between local authorities and internal drainage boards.
The government said the high level of spending would be maintained until 2007-2008, following the 2004 spending review.
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.
