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<p>The Environment Agency expects to attract contributions from other sources of over
£600 million, but the exact timing and amount depends on local choices. We are on
course to bring in up to £140 million in external funding over the four years to 2015.</p><p>
</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Contributions can come from national, local, private or public
sources. They supplement our national budget, meaning more can be done to reduce the
risks of flooding and coastal erosion across the country.</p><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p><p>
</p><p> </p><p> </p><p>Partnership funding encourages contributions from those who
benefit from reduced risk. Government has introduced a tax deduction for businesses
contributing to schemes, encouraging the private sector to contribute to local schemes.</p><p>
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