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The Flood Reinsurance (Amendment) Regulations 2025

Published: Mon 24th Mar 25 Came into force: Tue 1st Apr 25

The Flood Reinsurance (Amendment) Regulations 2025 increased the levy to £160 million and amended the 2015 regulations.

These regulations amend the 2015 Flood Reinsurance regulations, raising the total levy from £135 million to £160 million.

This increase aims to improve the affordability and availability of flood insurance in high-risk areas.

The amendment applies to England, Wales, Scotland, and Northern Ireland and took effect on April 1st, 2025, without affecting existing liabilities.