THURROCK's portfolio holder for finance has confirmed that some resdients in the borough have now received their £150 council tax rebate which was promised by the government to help families combat the rising cost of living.

Conservative cabinet member for finance, Cllr Shane Hebb said: "The first batch of £150 council tax payments has begun to be issued to direct debit payers in Thurrock this week, and payments will continue to be made from here on.

"We are thankful to Thurrock Council officers who have worked hard to make this happen, and who are also working to get the application process for non-DD payers live in the coming weeks too. The Conservatives are delivering on our promises of helping households during a time when the cost of living has increased internationally".