Emergency funding for North West flood victims

The Government’s expected to announce emergency funding for flood victims in the North West this morning.

At least 250 homes have been affected with 20 to 30 people in emergency accommodation following the unprecedented rainfall on Tuesday night.

Bridges have collapsed and roads have been washed away with a major clean up operation now underway.

The Minister responsible Kevin Boxer Moran is visiting the county and speaking last night says he wants to give people answers: