Council goods aid reaches 154 families

They have distributed white goods and furniture to flood victims, as well providing caravans in Toll Bar to families who were forced to leave their homes.

A spokesman said: “This assistance has helped people to get back into their own homes or as people move into temporary accommodation.”

Items dished out include 17 gas cookers, 45 electric cookers, 29 fridges, 50 fridge freezers, 83 washing machines, 26 beds, 36 items of furniture such as settees and chairs and 76 sets of kitchen equipment.

The construction of a caravan park at Toll Bar is expected to be completed by the end of this month. When completed the 25 caravans currently in use in the village will be moved onto the site and a further 25 provided.