River levels are expected to remain high for several more days, especially in parts of Yorkshire, but will gradually fall over the weekend.
David Cameron wishes everyone the very best and a very happy new year.
The new Infrastructure and Projects Authority starts today and will provide expert support for the government’s major economic projects.
Businesses caught up in the devastation of Storm Eva will be able to apply for £6 million of government money to get their doors back open to customers.
New rules from 1 January mean fishermen targeting certain demersal species such as haddock, sole and plaice must land all their catch.