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Healey announces government tribute to charity flood work

Published: Mon, 23 Jun 2008 18:01:31

Floods Recovery Minister John Healey announced Government plans to publicly recognise the efforts of charities that helped communities hit by last summer's floods. The Minister also praised local media for throwing their weight behind local fundraising appeals.

Since the floods around £10million has been raised by national and local appeals to support flood victims. Thanks to the Government's Gift Aid system these charities are able to reclaim tax paid on donations boosting the help available - currently worth 22 pence on every pound raised.
To read more visit the Communities website.

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