Floods are an inevitability we can’t ignore

AS individuals and businesses struggle to cope with the destructive legacy of Storm Desmond — and possibly wait in dread for even more flooding — the announcement that the Government is to establish a flood warning system must be welcomed. 

Hopefully this development — one long- established in most European countries — will contribute to minimising flood damage when the next deluge falls.

The announcement that the difficulties around getting insurance faced by those living and working in areas vulnerable to flooding are to be reviewed is also very welcome, as many flood victims are caught in a terrible double whammy — they must face the threat of regular and devastating flooding without the comfort of affordable insurance.