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FBU calls for crucial funding as Britain braces for more floods

FIREFIGHTERS demanded today that the government recognise and fund their vital role in responding to floods as Britain continues to face extreme weather this week.

Floods have spread across the country, with a major incident declared in Leicestershire at the beginning of the week

Leicestershire Fire and Rescue Service received 200 calls on Monday morning alone. Firefighters recorded rescuing 59 members of the public in the county.

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