People on the State Pension will also receive the £10 Christmas Bonus from the DWP in December.
More than 10 million pensioners across the UK, including 850,000 in Scotland, are set to miss out on Winter Fuel Payments this year after the Labour Government announced the annual heating bill help will only be issued to those over 66 in receipt of means-tested benefits. The Scottish Government also adopted the policy change which means only older people on Pension Credit, Tax Credits or mixed age Universal Credit couples will receive payments of up to £300.
Financial help this winter Winter Heating Payment - £58.75 This devolved benefit is paid per person and is only available in Scotland and replaced the £25 Cold Weather Payment delivered by the DWP in winter 2022. Unlike the DWP benefit, it is not dependent on a sustained period of cold weather in a specific location but is an annual, one-off payment made no matter the temperature.
Winter heating bill help Child Winter Heating Payment - £251.50 It's important to be aware this is an indirect payment, made to the young person on a disability benefit, but is designed to help with household heating bills. This one is included in the list for any foster families, grandparents or guardians responsible for the care of someone with a disability under the age of 19. The money is paid directly to claimants and letters should start arriving soon advising of the payment.Warm Home Discount - £150 paid to energy provider The Warm Home Discount Scheme for winter 2024 to 2025 gives people on certain benefits £150 off their electricity bill.
If you’re a credit customer the £150 will be added to your electricity account and if you’re on Pay As You Go or Prepayment, you’ll be sent a voucher that you can use to top-up your meter. Below is an overview of the scheme and the rules on eligibility.
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