On 29 July, the Chancellor announced changes to the Winter Fuel Payment (WFP).
The WFP is an annual one-off payment to help pensioners pay for heating during the winter, introduced in 1997. Depending on your age and if you live with somebody else who’s eligible, it could provide up to £300 towards your bills.
However, the new announcement means only those receiving Pension Credit or other means tested benefits will now be eligible for WFP.
The changes might be confusing and worrying to some people who have already factored WFP into their household budget.
If you are struggling, or simply want to make sure that you are getting all the financial help you are entitled to, Citizens Advice Northumberland can help you to check that you are not missing out on any Pension Credit or benefits that could boost your income.
You can download the following information for more advice:
- Winter Fuel Payments – Audio Presentation
- Pension Credits Leaflet
- Beyond Pension Credits Leaflet
- Attendance Allowance Leaflet
- Large Print Pension Credits Leaflet
Contact us:
- Call us free on 0808 278 7944
- Visit us at one of our local offices
- Get online advice at www.citizensadvicenorthumberland.org.uk
