# 5539: LISTEN¦ Flooding is one of the biggest natural hazards facing NI, but despite nearly £100m spent, a new report has criticised how Stormont handles the risk. Frank spoke to Alliance's Andrew McMurray who has called for long term planning and funding

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Podcast: [Listen! With Frank Mitchell](https://stenobird.com/podcast/listen-with-frank-mitchell-960321)
Published: 2026-06-16T10:41:43+00:00
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