All the energy bill help still available as freezing temperatures and snow to hit UK
and local councils can dish out up to £150 to vulnerable and low income households.Winter fuel payments - up to £300winter fuel payments from the government of between £100 and £300You'll qualify for the payout, you'll need to have been born before September 26 1955 - the date changes every year.
You must also have lived in the UK for at least one day during the "qualifying week". For this winter, it fell between September 20 and 26 2021.How much you get depends on your circumstances, such as whether or not you live alone.Pension creditIncome supportIf you claim any other benefits, you'll get your Winter Fuel Payment at the same time as your regular benefits at this time of year.
If you're entitled to the payout but didn't receive the cash by January 14 2022 then you should contact the helpline on 0800 7310160 from England, Scotland and Wales.You'll also need to apply if you qualify and you are not getting a social security benefit, such as the state pension, you will need to make a claim.You'll need your national insurance number, the date of your marriage or civil partnership and your bank details to hand.
If you think you're eligible but never received a letter - phone the warm home discount scheme helpline on 0800 731 0214 to check. You should do this as soon as possible, as the DWP may not be able to help if a claim is submitted too late.You may be in this if you don't meet the "core group" criteria, and are eligible under your supplier's "broader group" rules.But unfortunately you won't be able to apply to get it this year, if you haven't already, as the scheme has closed.
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