The Minister for Agriculture and Defence says he's confident that if additional money is needed to tackle flooding, it will be forthcoming.

The cabinet is expected to approve a substantial increase in funding for flood relief works when it meets tomorrow.

Last night residents were forced to leave an apartment complex in Athlone due to flooding, in addition to 260 homes evacuated in recent days.

President Michael D Higgins is today visiting counties Galway and Wexford to meet communities affected by flooding.

Minister Simon Coveney says while money isn't the only issue, he believes if further funding is required, it will be allocated: