UK insurer warns new homes in flood zones risk becoming uninsurable

Aviva's CEO says climate-driven flooding threats are rising sharply, raising concerns that newly built properties in high-risk areas may lose insurance coverage as climate risks mount.

First covered Sep 29, 2026 · 4:41 AM PT · 1 article

UK insurer warns new homes in flood zones risk becoming uninsurable — Image via theguardian.com

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1h Guardian Environment New UK homes in flood-risk areas could become uninsurable, says Aviva boss — Amanda Blanc says flooding threat is ‘absolutely increasing’, as she also warns ministers over ‘kite flying’ before budget Business live – latest updates The…

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metoffice.gov.uk Climate change drives increase in storm rainfall

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Appeared in: 2026-09-29 (#9)

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