cost of living help for pensioners

DWP Confirms Extra £300 Winter Fuel Payment for 2025–26 – Who Qualifies, Payment Dates and Full Details

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Winter Fuel Payment 2025–26

With energy bills and household expenses still weighing heavily on UK pensioners, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that older residents will receive an additional £300 top-up alongside the regular Winter Fuel Payment during the 2025–26 winter season. This boost is part of the government’s ongoing effort to help pensioners manage rising … Read more

DWP Confirms £562 Winter Support Payment for Pensioners – Full DWP Eligibility Rules and Payment Dates Revealed

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562 Payment for State Pensioners

Millions of pensioners across the UK will soon receive a £562 Winter Support Payment, confirmed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).The one-off, tax-free payment will begin rolling out from November 2025, with automatic deposits to eligible pensioners’ bank accounts. The scheme is designed to help older citizens cope with energy bills, heating costs, … Read more