THE flood defences in a Herefordshire town have been upgraded to protect hundreds of homes
Work on Leominster's flood risk management scheme has been completed by the Environment Agency (EA).
The improvements and upgrades are designed to protect 381 homes and businesses in the Marsh area of the town which can flood when the River Lugg bursts its banks.
The height of the existing embankment has been raised and enhanced the original flood scheme, which was built in 1969.
The work is being carried out by the Enivronment Agency
The agency said the scheme looks to fully consider the future effects of climate change and is part of its commitment to ensuring that all flood defences across the country are of the same standard of protection.
More than 250 trees are also being planted as part of the work.
Anthony Perry, EA's area operations manager, said he was pleased to complete the work in Leominster.
"Flooding has a devastating impact which is why protecting people and communities is our top priority," he said.
John Stone, councillor for Leominster North and Rural, said that significant investment had been made to prevent flooding the town.
He said: “I warmly welcome the flood alleviation scheme along the River Lugg.
"The result will be increased protection from flooding for properties in the Mallards area and the Ridgemoor estate."
The agency will continue to operate and maintain the flood defence to ensure the new level of protection is maintained.
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