The additional money will help restore flood defences that were badly damaged by the unprecedented rainfall that hit the Aberystwyth area in less than a 24 hour period in June.
The Minister confirmed that the money would be spent on repairing damaged defences, removing shoal and reinstating rivers to their original channels.
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The Minister said: "This summer Wales was hit by the highest level of rainfall experienced since 1910. Aberystwyth was particularly badly hit and experienced a month's rain fall in less than a 24 hour period. As we know only too well this resulted in one of the worst flooding events that Wales has seen in a number of years.
"I visited the area at the time of the floods and saw for myself the damage and devastation that had been caused by this freak weather event. I was one of many impressed by the incredible community spirit evident in the clean up operation.
"I know there is still much to do but I am pleased to be able an allocate an additional £440,000 to repair crucial flood defences that will help to protect the area from future heavy rainfall."
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