Government announces £50m fund for flood victims
Chancellor George Osborne has announced a £50 million fund for families and businesses affected by flooding in Cumbria and Lancashire.
Truss: Several 'weather-related deaths' in Storm Desmond
There have been "a number of weather-related fatalities" during Storm Desmond, the environment secretary has said.
Liz Truss said the deaths were "caused or exacerbated" by flooding or poor weather in recent days.
On Sunday, a body was found in the River Kent in Cumbria.
In a statement in the House of Commons, Ms Truss expressed her "deepest sympathies" for the families and friends of those killed.
"It is a tragic reminder of how dangerous these conditions can be," she said.
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Woman's home flooded despite £30k spend on defences
A woman who spent £30k flood-proofing her property is once again clearing out her home after being flooded for the third time in ten years
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Storm Desmond: 1,000 homes still without power
More severe weather is set to hit flood-hit communities in north-west England still recovering from Storm Desmond.
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Floods may not push up premiums, says insurer boss
ITV News Business Editor Joel Hills meets the boss of Britain's largest home insurer as he surveys the flood damage in Carlisle.