Angela Smith MP Tackles Vange Flooding Issue

Angela Smith, MP for Basildon and East Thurrock, has been contacted by residents in Merricks Lane in Vange, who have been flooded in recent days.

Back in 2004, Angela raised the threat of flooding with Basildon Council and Anglian Water and was told that appropriate action was being taken.

The recent rainstorms have again caused serious flooding to Merricks Lane.

Angela said, “I am now very concerned to learn that there is again a problem and some of the photographs that have been given to me by residents show how very serious this is. I have therefore made representations to Basildon Council and Anglian Water, requesting urgent action be taken to deal with the immediate problem. I have also asked what will be done to try to ensure a long term solution to the issue of flooding.”