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June 3, 2026
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At Ashfield Solutions, we’re marking World Environment Day 2026 on Friday 5th June, a global awareness day observed across England, Wales and more than 150 countries worldwide. Led by the United Nations Environment Programme, the 2026 theme focuses on climate change and climate action under the hashtag #NowForClimate. While the day often highlights environmental protection and community action, it also reflects a growing issue in the UK: climate change is increasing the frequency and intensity of water extremes, particularly flooding. In England...

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May 21, 2026
Blog, Flood Risk

Whether you are planning a barn conversion in Bristol, a new build in Newport or a mixed‑use scheme in Merthyr, understanding when you need a Flood Risk Assessment (FRA) in England or Flood Consequence Assessment (FCA) in Wales is essential for securing planning permission. Flood risk is a core consideration for local planning authorities, and the requirements differ slightly between England and Wales. Getting it right early can save time, avoid costly redesigns and prevent delays further down the line.  At...

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April 21, 2026
Blog, Flood Risk

Flooding is an ever-growing concern for UK homeowners, with around 1 in 6 properties now considered at risk. Recent storms have shown how quickly heavy rainfall can disrupt communities, particularly when intense downpours overwhelm drainage systems and surface water builds up. In the South-West, Storm Chandra brought significant flooding to Somerset and surrounding areas, with parts of the UK still feeling the effects from Storm Ingrid and Storm Goretti. Events like these highlight the importance of Property Flood Resilience (PFR) -...

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April 9, 2026
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With weather-related insurance claims in the UK reaching a record £6.1 billion in 2025, climate risk is no longer abstract. It now directly shapes how lenders assess properties, influencing both mortgage decisions and property insurability. To understand why, it helps to consider the regulatory expectations on lenders and how environmental risk is being interpreted in practice. In this blog, we explore how climate risk is influencing mortgage lending, why environmental searches don’t always tell the full picture, and how property-level flood risk...

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