From today millions of pensioners will begin to receive Winter Fuel Payments boosted by £300 and a million people on tax credits will begin to receive their second cost of living payment, supporting vulnerable households with their energy bills this winter.
As we tackle global cost of living pressures and rising energy prices, we are standing by the most vulnerable in our society – including pensioner and low-income households.
That is why from today more than 11 million pensioners will automatically receive their regular Winter Fuel Payment, boosted by an extra £300 this year meaning some pensioner households will receive £600 on top of existing support. A million people on tax credits can also expect to see their second cost of living payment of £324 arrive in their bank accounts over the next week.
These extra payments will land automatically and are just one part of the wider £49 billion support package we are delivering – including the £400 to every household to help with rising bills.
If you’ve not been paid by 13 January 2023, check your account before you contact the Winter Fuel Payment Centre.
More information on the payment can be found HERE.
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