Three out of five Tory members believe that overseas aid money should be used to tackle Britain’s flood damage

But over a third do not. Indeed, the proportion holding that view constitutes almost two in five activists.

WATCH: Paxman asks Lord Smith if he will resign

Lord Smith is also challenged over the size of the Environment Agency

Interview: Ian Liddell-Grainger – The Environment Agency consists of “lions led by dismal donkeys”

The MP for the flooded Somerset Levels is in a canoe…but with a paddle.

Breaking up the Environment Agency just became politically desirable

Now a flooding blame game is underway, what is the best way to quench public anger, unite ministers and demonstrate Government activity?

Martin Parsons: Ministers should decide flood protection – not the Environment Agency

The EU Habitats Directive and the Flood and Water Management Act have worsened the democratic deficit.