News
January 2009
Help with your heating costs
During this cold weather, it is useful to know that if you are on a low income you may be eligible for a Cold Weather Payment. This extra money helps towards your heating costs during very cold weather.
The payment is available to those already claiming certain benefits. The amount is £25 and payable when the average temperature where you live is recorded as, or forecast to be, zero degrees Celsius or below, over seven consecutive days during the period from 1 November to 31 March.
There is also plenty of information and advice available about how to stay well in winter by keeping warm and the financial support that is available.
Find out if you are eligible and how to apply for Cold Weather Payment on Directgov