Flooded practice calls for urgent assistance

Persistent flooding has created frustration for an optical practice in Scotland and sent its insurance premium soaring.

Flash floods of the basement of The Opticians at Marchmont, Edinburgh, have cost the practice £9,000 since June, including damage to furniture and carpets.

'It is frustrating because every time there is rain all I think about is if the basement is going to flood,' said practice partner Steven Hislop.

The Opticians at Marchmont has been leasing the premises on Warrender Park Road for the past four years.

Since moving in, the practice's partners decided to redecorate the basement area for functions. The area has exposed brick walls and was fitted with retro furniture and fittings to host high-end sunglass and sports vision events to promote brands including Ray-Ban and Oakley.