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Flood Charities Get £8.4 Million Boost from Government
CHARITIES supporting those affected by this winter's floods will get an
£8.4million boost, Communities Secretary Greg Clark announced. The move is part
of a multi million pound package of support for areas hit by Storms Desmond and
Eva at the end 2015.
Speaking in the Commons today Greg Clark confirmed that the Government will
match, pound for pound, the funds raised by charities and community groups in
flood hit areas.
Mr Clark praised the dedication and commitment of charity groups and community
foundations in raising the funds, and providing vital support to those "when
they needed it most."
Communities Secretary Greg Clark said:- "Whether it was helping with the cleanup
operation, offering food and blankets or putting people in touch with much
needed legal or financial advice, an army of volunteers offered considerable
support to people when they needed it most. Having met a number of these
community groups in flood affected areas, and seen for myself the incredible
work they have done. We will match, pound for pound, the money raised by these
groups to help local people who were hardest hit. It means an £8.4million boost
to their fundraising efforts, meaning more of the thousands of families and
businesses affected can benefit from this help to get back on their feet."
Announcement fulfils a pledge made by the Chancellor of the Exchequer in
December last year to match the fund raising efforts of charities and community
groups who sprang into action to help those affected by the record breaking
levels of rainfall from Storms Desmond and Eva.
The funds are expected to contribute to:-
► Clean up costs.
► Emergency repairs.
► Clothing.
► Food and drink.
► Heating and heating equipment.
► Basic furniture.
Charities and community groups will be contacted immediately to ensure that the
funding reaches those in need as soon as possible.
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