Building new homes on flood plains in England should be resisted ... there if "there is no real alternative", and if they are designed to be more resilient to flooding. Examples of some techniques ...

A spokesperson from Bloor Homes said: "We are extremely conscious of, and sensitive to, the flood events that impact upon Lower Bullingham during times of excessive rainfall. "This is a key ...

Urban design experts say lives at risk due to a lack of planning in low-lying flood zones, and are calling for building changes in flood plains ... company that builds homes says they can design ...