Julia Lopez MP has welcomed that 10,700 households in Hornchurch & Upminster will receive a Cost of Living Payment worth £301 from 25 April, followed by two further payments so vulnerable families will receive payments worth over £900 this year.

Over eight million households across the UK who claimed qualifying means-tested benefits during the eligibility period will be automatically paid £301 in their first payment this year. This direct support is part of the Conservative Government’s £94 billion package of cost of living support.

9,200 eligible individuals in Hornchurch & Upminster will also receive the Conservative Government’s Disability Cost of Living Payment worth £150 again this year.

The payments are made directly with no need to apply or do anything to receive it.

In addition to means-tested cost of living support, the Energy Price Guarantee is continuing to help keep household energy bills as low as possible–ensuring the typical family pays no more that £2,500 for their energy bills until the end of June this year.

This support will be delivered alongside the Prime Minister’s five-point plan to halve inflation, grow the economy, reduce debt, cut waiting lists and stop the boats.

Any constituents struggling with the cost of living can search what other support is available on the Government’s website at: https://www.gov.uk/cost-of-living