The EU commissioner for regional policy has visited Hull to see how the city council is leading the recovery from last summer's devastating floods. Danuta Hubner joined floods recovery minister, John Healey, last week, to see how the city was putting to good use its share of £394m of European Regional Development Funding for the Yorkshire and Humber region. Mr Healey also confirmed an interim Bellwin payment to Hull of £1,800,693 which covers some of the costs incurred during immediate action to safeguard residents and property. Mr Healey said: ‘I am also committed to helping Hull for the long haul as the city continues to lead the recovery effort in its local communities.'
