Almost 100 new flood defences were given the green light today in a move the Government says will better protect more than 64,000 homes from flooding. A total of 93 defences have been given the go-ahead to begin construction this year.
At a Labour Party flood summit later today, the Association of British Insurers, will call for cross-party support for moves to tackle the rising risk of flooding in the UK.
Last year was hit by one of the wettest years on record and numerous floods around the country.
Over 100 people are missing and feared to have been buried under debris following a landslide in China.
Members of the London community have rallied round to offer their help to residents of the evacuated Chalcots estate in Camden.
The two children of murdered MP Jo Cox will unveil a coat of arms in the Houses of Parliament in a touching tribute to their mother.