ABI issues advice for Cornwall's flood victims

Flood

The Association of British Insurers (ABI) has issued advice for people who have been flooded following heavy rainfall in Cornwall.

Nick Starling, the ABI's director of general insurance and health, said: "Unwelcome events like this highlight why insurance is so important. Insurers know how traumatic and disruptive flooding can be.

"Their first priority will be to ensure that every claim is dealt with as quickly as possible, and they will be doing everything possible to help their customers recover."

The trade body has said that household, business and comprehensive motor insurance policies cover flood damage and that most

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