Fund launches to help estate agents washed out by storm
ARLA Propertymark Vice President says grants of up to £1,000 are available to agents, businesses and families affected by the recent storm Ciarán.
A national fund to help support agents and their families who have been affected by devastation caused by storm Ciarán in recent days has been launched by Propertymark.
Estimated to have caused millions of pounds of flooding and wind damage last week particularly in Southern England, it cut power to a millions homes in the South and SW of England and killed five people in Europe.
ARLA Propertymark Vice President Megan Eighteen (main picture) says many businesses including estate agents have reported difficulties after winds of up to 125mph swept across many parts of the UK.
In a statement posted on TikTok Eighteen, who is also a Trustee of the Propertymark Trust, says agents have reported branches flooded, agents washed out of their homes and people living in “exceptionally difficult conditions”.
“We wanted to let agents know that the Propertymark Trust is offering grants of up to £1,000 for those in need,” she added.
Anyone who would like to apply for a grant can do so via this link.
Devastating
“The Propertymark Trust is committed to providing support and assistance to those affected by the devastating impact of Storm Ciarán
“This initiative reflects the Trust’s dedication to helping those suffering because of the storm, demonstrating its commitment to the well-being of the community.
This emergency assistance grant is available to all Propertymark members, their families or connected parties.
An exact cost of the storm has yet to be published but insurers recently said the storm that preceded it, Babet, caused damage likely to cost up to £500 million.
