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Environment Agency chief: Avoid building new homes on flood plains25 February 2020 Related TopicsStorm Ciara Image copyrightPA MediaImage captionFloodwater swamps Severn Stoke in Worcestershire at the weekendThe head of the Environment Agency is to warn against building new homes on flood plains, amid flooding in parts of the UK following heavy rain.In a speech later, Sir James Bevan will say new housing should only be allowed if they are resilient to flooding.It comes as Storms Ciara and Dennis caused widespread flooding.River levels are set to reach their highest-ever level in Shrewsbury on Tuesday, where a severe flood warning - meaning a danger to life - is in place.More on Shrewsbury: Flood levels could be 'highest ever'The biscuits and boats helping flood-hit villagersIn pictures: Snowy showers hit UKFor years the Environment Agency - which covers England - has raised concerns about building homes on flood plains, and Sir James is set to reinforce that message in his speec…