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Money is available for flood defences says Minister

Communities in flood prone areas must decide if they want to accept the consequences of extreme weather - or do something about it.

Public meetings have been called to discuss defence options against harbour flooding and coastal overtopping. 
 
The Department of Infrastructure is working on long-term solutions to try and reduce the social and economic impact of flooding. 
 
Minister Phil Gawne says we have to be prepared: 
 
 
Current plans indicate £32 million of funding will be needed to implement things like raised harbour walls and tidal gates - we asked Mr Gawne if that money was available: 
 

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