€367,000 already paid out in flood relief — and more to come

More than €367,000 hasalready been paid out for flood relief claims, but the Department of Social Protection said more claims are likely.

€367,000 already paid out in flood relief — and more to come

Latest figures from the Depart on claims met by the Humanitarian Assistance Scheme show that, as of last Friday, financial assistance had been provided for 534 claims.

It follows 480 home visits to individuals identified as requiring support. More than 150 home visits were made in Limerick City, which suffered bad flooding a month ago.

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