MONTSERRAT evacuee Peter Lane lost his home and found a new one - in Clayton Brook. Peter, aged 77, is settling into a new flat after fleeing the island last November following a volcanic eruption which left it virtually inhabitable.

He has moved into North British Housing Association sheltered accommodation in Briary Court.

Having lived in Montserrat all his life, Peter lost his home and livelihood, but says he is relieved to be safe and well.

"The whole experience was very frightening and people had to leave their homes very quickly to escape the volcano," said Peter, who had been staying with friends prior to moving to the flat.

"I was so pleased to be given the opportunity to come to Britain. This is my first time here and I like it. People are very friendly, but I miss working the land and the weather will take some getting used to."

Peter, who is waiting for a prostate operation, has two sons - David, aged 30, and Jeff, 26 - who chose to stay on the island.

He said: "I keep in touch with them and , who knows, I may go back one day, but at the moment there is nothing left for me there. I am glad to be safe with somewhere to stay and friends to watch over me. This is my home now."

Posted overseas . . . Peter keeps in touch with his family in Montserrat from his new home in Clayton Brook.

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