Winter Fuel Payment
Now that the weather is changing our attentions turn towards keeping warm this winter, so we’ve provided you with some further details on the ‘Winter Fuel Payment’ which is focussed on helping older people keep warm in winter. The details below will contain information and the relevant links on who can get it, how to get it and how much you can get. If you haven’t received it before, find out what you need to do below.
Who can get it and how much you can get
The Winter Fuel Payment is a tax free payment to help older people keep warm during winter. It is provided by the Government to those who are eligible.
Who can get it?
If you were born on or before 5th January 1951 you may qualify. It’s not means tested and you can get it if you’re still working or claiming a benefit.
If you were born after 5th January 1951, find out when you’ll qualify for Winter Fuel Payment from the link: Winter Fuel Payment - You have not received it before
How much can you get?
The amount of Winter Fuel Payment you can get depends on your personal situation. Follow the link to find out how much you can get this winter: Winter Fuel Payment – How much you can get and when you’ll be paid
You have received a Winter Fuel Payment before
If you have previously received a Winter Fuel Payment and there has been no change to your circumstances, you don’t need to reapply. You should automatically get your payment this year. For more details please follow the link: Winter Fuel Payment – You have received it before
If your circumstances have changed
You may need to take action if your situation has changed. See the following link to find out what you need to do next. Winter Fuel Payment – What to do if there is a change in your situation
You have not received a Winter Fuel Payment before
If you have not received a Winter Fuel Payment before then you need to find out if you qualify. Claims must be received by 30th March 2012. If your partner is currently receiving a Winter Fuel Payment, but you aren’t, then you will need to claim. Find out if you can claim it, how to claim it and how much you can get. There’s also information on when you’ll be paid, what to do if there’s a change in your situation or you think your payment is incorrect. Winter Fuel Payment – You have not received it before
Cold Weather Payment
Cold Weather Payments are different to Winter Fuel Payments. You may get one for each week of very cold weather in your area. Click the following link to find out who is eligible for: Cold Weather Payments.
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