The government has announced a major package of support worth thousands of pounds for homes and businesses affected by flooding following Storms Dennis and Ciara.
Businesses significantly affected by recent flooding will be eligible for 100% business rates relief for at least three months.
Flood-hit businesses can apply for up to £5,000 from Defra to help make them more resilient to future flooding.
The Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy will provide funding for a Business Recovery Grant which will provide up to £2,500 for flooded businesses which have suffered severe impacts that cannot be recovered from insurance.
“We are determined to help businesses impacted by Storms Ciara and Dennis,” said Business Secretary Alok Sharma.
“Today’s funding will offer vital support to small companies to get up and running, while also helping ensure greater protection against future flooding events.”
Measures announced today apply to those affected in district or unitary authorities that have 25 or more flooded households as a result of Storms Ciara and Dennis in England. Flooding is a devolved matter for Northern Ireland, Wales and Scotland.
With 6 severe flood warnings, 148 flood warnings and 188 flood alerts in place as of 4pm on Tuesday 18 February, the Environment Agency is urging people to check the latest safety advice as flooding impacts continue with further heavy rain expected to fall on areas already affected by the wet weather later this week.
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