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.
More heavy rain hampers flood clear-up efforts
Further heavy rain has made the clear-up after the severe weather in Cumbria and Lancashire more difficult.
The announcement by the government of a £50 million flood has been welcomed by local communities.
Under the plans households and businesses hit by water damage will be able to claim £5,000.
However, there was some concern over how far the money would go.
ITV News correspondent Damon Green reports:
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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.