ADVICE and support drop-in sessions for people affected by the recent flooding along the River Severn are being hosted by the National Flood Forum (NFF) next week.

The NFF recovery trailer will be touring flood-impacted communities along the river. 

On Monday, March 14, the trailer will be coming to Stourport's Severn Meadows Car Park,from 10am to 1pm, and Bewdley Rowing Club, from 3pm to 7pm. 

Residents and business owners will be able to speak to flood recovery experts from the NFF, many of whom have flooded in the past themselves, about their experiences. They will be able to get advice about issues such as insurance and property re-instatement or quite simply have the chance to just talk about what’s happened. 

Worcestershire County Council’s cabinet member for the environment, Councillor Tony Miller, said: “We’re painfully aware that recovery from flooding is a long and often traumatic and stressful process and we are pleased to ask the NFF to tour the county with their community support trailer. 

Heather Shepherd, Community Support Manager and Flood Recovery Specialist for the National Flood Forum said: “Having been flooded myself, including during the last month, I understand how traumatic it is. 

“I know that the process of recovery is fraught with a number of stresses and pressures, which is why I would urge anyone who has any flood-related issues or questions to come and talk to us."