The Sun launches our Winter Fuel SOS campaign
TODAY The Sun launches a Winter Fuel SOS campaign to help thousands of pensioners worried about their energy bills.We have gathered together a top line-up of experts — and our Winter Fuel SOS crew will be taking your callsThere are just weeks left to claim, so it is essential that those who are eligible apply now.Cheapest place to buy heated airers this week so you can keep your heating off
Meanwhile, if you live as a couple, your combined income will be boosted to £332.95 a week, or £17,313.40 annually. To qualify, you must have been eligible for Pension Credit during the “qualifying week”, which was September 16-22. To register for the payments you will need to be receiving the state pension. See gov.uk for more information.
When you contact the centre you will need to tell them personal information including your name, address, date of birth andIF you are not eligible for Pension Credit but need help to make ends meet this winter, then there are still things you can do to save money.This cap sets a maximum rate per unit that customers can be charged for their energy use and changes every three months.
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