§ Mr. David PorterTo ask the Prime Minister in the light of the all-day seminar on climatic change and global warning, what interdepartmental plans will be prepared to safeguard the coast of East Anglia.
§ The Prime MinisterMost coastal flood defence work in East Anglia is carried out by Anglian water authority. This authority is already taking account of the possibility of rises in sea level in the design of future flood and sea defence works, and has plans for a major programme of renewal and improvement work along the east coast. Increased Government funding for flood and coastal defences was announced in the Chancellor's Autumn Statement, and a major part of this extra funding has been earmarked to assist the authority in carrying forward this vital work.