FLOOD victims can expect payments through their letterboxes as Stratford District Council prepares to send out the first batch for Alcester.

The district council's executive will award £250 to residents whose houses were flooded as a result of the July deluge after the Government awarded the council £623,000.

A survey is currently being carried out by council staff to identify the extent of the flooding and help provide information on how to target further support.

Questionnaires are being distributed to those affected and are available at council offices, or by calling 01789 260380.