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Elizabeth Truss meets people affected by the floods last weekend
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
An update on localised flooding in the north west of England.
Communities Secretary Greg Clark outlines the government support that will be available to areas affected by the weekend’s floods.
Elizabeth Truss makes statement on impact of Storm Desmond and flooding in the north of England
Natural England's concerns and sympathies are with the people of the north west who have suffered so terribly from the devastating storms at the weekend.
The Environment Agency is urging communities in northern England to remain vigilant as recovery from the exceptional floods continues, particularly as further rainfall is expected tonight (Monday 7 December).
An update on localised flooding in the north west of England
The Environment Agency is urging communities in northern England to take immediate action to prepare for flooding this weekend.
The Environment Agency is warning communities in northern England to prepare for flooding this weekend.
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