Aftermath and Solutions
On Monday 8 September 2008, John Healey, Floods Recovery Minister visited Morpeth. Official Government aid was pledged to the local authority to help with costs of the disaster through the Bellwin Scheme. Mr Healey was also in talks with insurance industry chiefs, discussing their plans for dealing with a large number of claims in affected areas as quickly and effectively as possible.
Furthermore, discussions with the Environment Agency to bring forward proposals for new flood defences took place. An Environment Agency report of December 2007 suggested improvements are needed to the town flood walls. Oldgate Bridge may need some structural changes made as it has a damming effect during flood events. An upstream reservoir to hold back flood water was also proposed. If successful, improvements could be made by 2011.
Morpeth Lions Club aims to raise £100,000 which could be paid out to those without insurance.
TRH The Prince of Wales and The Duchess of Cornwall made an official visit on Friday 12 September. During their visit they inspected the damage and spoke with victims of the flood.
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