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Prince of Wales tells villagers 'holistic' approach is needed to tackle flooding

Prince of Wales tells villagers 'holistic' approach is needed to tackle flooding
BBC Wales Thursday 01 October 2026, 15:36 UTC 1 min read
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Prince William visits residents of Skenfrith, Monmouthshire, who have faced four floods in six years.

Prince William visits residents of Skenfrith, Monmouthshire, who have faced four floods in six years.
Wales (LOCATION) Prince William (LOCATION) Skenfrith (ORG) Monmouthshire (LOCATION)
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