Reservoirs: Construction

Summary

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what consideration the Department is giving to the potential merits of a nationwide network of new reservoirs, both underground and overground, to combat both flooding and drought.

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1. 9 October 2026

   Written question

   To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what consideration the Department is giving to the potential merits of a nationwide network of new reservoirs, both underground and overground, to combat both flooding and drought.

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2. 19 October 2026

   Answer

   The Government recognises that water storage infrastructure, including reservoirs, can help improve resilience. Through regional and national water resources planning, a range of options are being considered to strengthen long-term water security and clim...

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