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At a meeting with the NI Secretary of State on Monday Newry and Armagh MP Mickey Brady told Chris Heaton-Harris the British government must step up now and support families and businesses affected by recent flooding.
Mr Brady who was accompanied by party colleagues said “Yesterday [Monday] we met with Chris Heaton-Harris and told him the British government must step up and provide financial assistance and support to those who have been affected by flooding.
“Families and businesses are crying out for emergency relief and financial support as recent flooding has caused widespread damage and has devastated businesses, communities and homes.
“I told the British Secretary of State government support should include help with refurbishment costs. It should also provide support for workers at risk of redundancy, compensation for loss of trade as well as support for businesses to get back on their feet and trade temporarily."
The Newry and Armagh MP believes those affected by the recent flooding should not suffer as a result of the boycott of the Executive by the DUP.
He concluded “No efforts should be spared in protecting vulnerable businesses, families and communities facing this enormous and unforeseen financial pressure.
“Sinn Féin will continue to press the British government to provide additional resources to immediately support the families and businesses affected by flooding.”
