Funding confirmed to help flood-hit homes and businesses

Lancashire County Council has received confirmation from government that funding will be available for residents and businesses hit by the recent floods.

Work is already under way to ensure that the help already pledged for those affected by Storm Desmond before Christmas will be extended to those hit by Storm Eva.

Support will also be available for businesses severely affected either directly or indirectly by the flooding to help them recover and get trading again as soon as possible.

Further help in the shape of local tax relief may be available for residents and businesses whose properties have not been occupied due to the flooding, with details of the application process available from district councils.

Jenny Mein, leader of Lancashire County Council, said: "The confirmation that government funding will be extended to those affected by the most recent floods is very welcome news.

"Work is also ongoing to put funding in place for people who may be in particular need and I would urge anyone who would like to find out more to look at the details available on the web and contact the Community Foundation early in the New Year.