State pensioners born before a certain year are eligible
Octopus Energy says customers who have lost their Winter Fuel Payments may be eligible for up to £200 worth of help with their bills. Pensioners who are customers with the firm can apply for discretionary energy bill credits of £50, £100 and £200 after government axed the payouts for anyone. Octopus has decided to extend its £30m Octo Assist fund, aimed at helping pensioners who need it most..
He's won some cash, but he won't be splashing out - he'll be spending it on heating after winter fuel cuts The Department for Work and Pensions said state pensioners must be born before September 23, 1958 to qualify for a Winter Fuel Payment of between £100 and £300. Thousands of discretionary credits of £50, £100 and £200 will be available to those who apply, Octopus said.
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