At least 18 people died and dozens of others injured after a heavy storm on Friday caused widespread flooding and destroyed roads and bridges.

The poll also suggested grandparents who spend time looking after their grandchildren clock up an average of 24.6 hours of childcare per month.

Alan, who did not wish to give his surname, has said he ‘not scared’ of the violence between Israel and Hezbollah.

A motoring research charity said the figures show there is ‘literally no type of vehicle that someone won’t steal’.