Spelthorne Council has announced that the £14,600 donated to its Flood Relief Fund so far is to be given to the Community Foundation for Surrey’s Flood Recovery Appeal. The Spelthorne contribution will be set aside to support Spelthorne residents.

The fund is being administered by Runnymede and Spelthorne Citizens Advice Bureau and is currently open to anyone whose home has been flooded, to ease the immediate financial hardship they may be experiencing. Priority will be given to the most vulnerable and isolated, including older people, people with disabilities, people on low incomes and families with young children. Individuals in need of support can call the CAB helpline on 01932 827187 for more information and to apply.

Cllr Daxa Patel, the Cabinet Member with responsibility for emergency planning said, “We are extremely appreciative of the generosity of those community groups, businesses, individuals and others who have contributed to our fund. Our aim is to help our local communities and residents recover from these recent distressing events and get back on their feet as quickly as possible.”

Donations to the Spelthorne Flood Relief Fund can be made by telephoning Customer Services on 01784 451499 in cash at the Council Offices, or by cheque payable to Spelthorne Borough Council Flood Relief.