Cabinet ministers set to discuss emergency flooding funding

Cabinet ministers are to discuss emergency funding for areas affected by flooding in the wake of Storm Desmond.n the wake of Storm Desmond.

A major clean-up operation is underway, but flood waters may not recede in parts for a number of weeks.

The Cabinet will be briefed this morning on the extent of the damage caused by flooding across the country.

Minister of State at the Office of Public Works Simon Harris will seek emergency funding to help areas affected.

The Minister said that funding is being considered for those without insurance who have been hit by water damage.

Yesterday officials from the department said they did not know exactly how much money will be needed.

Up to 40 businesses were affected in the town of Bandon alone, with companies still counting the cost of the weather.