Question to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs:

To ask the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, what assessment she has made of the potential merits of the River Thames Scheme in terms of a) reduced flooding risk and b) economic growth.

The River Thames Scheme is currently undertaking a reset to ensure it remains affordable, deliverable and provides value for money.

I refer the hon. Member to the answer given to him on 18 June to PQ UIN 9730 for details on the benefits.