The floods affected almost 2,000 homes in Carlisle

Hundreds of businesses and properties were affected by the floods which swept through Carlisle in January.

The Environment Agency has already unveiled its plans to improve defences around Warwick Road and Botcherby.

Next week, it will set out its options to protect Caldewgate, Willow Holme, Shaddongate and Denton Holme as well as the city centre.

Agency staff will be on hand to explain the various options for the scheme, answer questions and listen to comments and suggestions.

'Crucial information'

Glyn Vaughan, Environment Agency Flood Risk Manager for Cumbria, said: "This is your community and we want you to be involved in choosing the right options to suit your needs.

"We also need to hear about your experiences of the January floods. This kind of local information is crucial and will help us determine which options will best protect the area in the future."

A series of display boards will outline the possibilities for the areas affected and point out the advantages and disadvantages of each option.

The event is being held at the Sands Centre, Hardwicke Circus, from 1300 BST to 2000 BST on Tuesday 24, Wednesday 25 and Thursday 26 May.