Melting glaciers 'threaten UK'
Melting ice in the Arctic could end up costing Britain billions of pounds. Leading scientists have told ITV News that the country needs to prepare now for the increased threat of flooding caused by rising sea levels.
Experts warn of rising sea level risk to Britain
Environmental experts have warned ITV News that we need to take urgent action over rising sea levels.
The rate of glacial melt is rapidly increasing and that could damage British shorelines and increase flood risks.
ITV News Science Editor Lawrence McGinty is in the world's most northerly town to investigate:
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