§ Mr. Michael MarshallTo ask the Secretary of State for the Environment whether he will consider widening the current provisions of the Bellwin scheme in respect of flood damage to reimburse local authorities for essential repairs and maintenance work in addition to that required to safeguard lives; and if he will make a statement.
§ Mr. David HuntThe Bellwin scheme already encompasses work to safeguard property or prevent severe inconvenience in addition to work required to safeguard lives. It is not, however, our practice to include losses which are normally insurable.