Cameron promises help for flood-hit businesses

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New tax deferral scheme proposed for businesses facing clean-up costs, as Prime Minister faces fresh criticism over Environment Agency job cuts

David Cameron has today highlighted new government plans to provide financial help for businesses and households impacted by the floods, even as yesterday's pledge that "money is no object" appeared to...

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