Homes and businesses across West Cumbria are set to benefit from strengthened protection against flooding, as Josh MacAlister MP has secured £627,000 for local flood defence projects, part of a wider £34 million investment across Cumbria.
The funding forms part of a major national programme delivering new and improved flood defences, helping protect communities from the growing risks of extreme weather and coastal erosion.
In West Cumbria, this investment will support vital work to strengthen local flood resilience in Parton and Egremont – helping to safeguard homes, protect businesses, and give communities greater security in the face of increasingly frequent severe weather.
Josh MacAlister MP said:
“Flooding has caused real worry and disruption for families and businesses across West Cumbria, and strengthening our local defences is absolutely essential.
“I’m delighted to have secured £627,000 for flood defence projects in our area, as part of a £34 million investment across Cumbria. This funding will make a real difference – helping to protect homes, support local businesses, and give our communities the resilience they need for the future.
“I will continue working closely with the Environment Agency and Cumberland Council to ensure West Cumbria gets the long-term protection it deserves.”
The funding is part of a wider national commitment to invest heavily in flood protection, including maintaining and upgrading existing defences and delivering new infrastructure to reduce risk. The programme also supports economic growth, protects critical infrastructure, and helps communities adapt to climate change.
With extreme weather events becoming more frequent, this investment represents a significant step forward in protecting West Cumbria and ensuring the region is better prepared for the future.
Josh MacAlister MP 