"The Oxford English Dictionary chose ‘brain rot’ as its word of the year for 2024. "

"Record-breaking rain over the winter and well into the spring has had a profound effect on the farming community – threatening farmers’ ability to successfully drill and establish essential food crops in challenging conditions."

"Homeowners must ensure they have sufficient cover for alternative accommodation, should the worst happen."

"It's unhelpful to blame 'intensive agriculture' or undredged rivers for the recent catastrophic events."