A TORY MP has backed his party’s updated homebuying policy.

The Right to Buy scheme, which gives tenants the opportunity to buy their council homes, has been championed by South Basildon and East Thurrock MP Stephen Metcalfe.

Tenants can now purchase their properties with a discount of up to £75,000.

Mr Metcalfe said: “I would encourage all constituents who may qualify to take advantage of these new discounts.

“If owning your council house is something that you have dreamed of, then the reinvigorated Right to Buy could help you.”