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Daily Record
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Linda Howard

Boost your income before October energy price hike by checking eligibility for benefits, discounts or reductions

Last month, Chancellor Rishi Sunak announced a £15 billion package of further financial support for millions of households across the UK finding it increasingly more difficult to make their incomes stretch to cover the rising cost of living.

The new package is in addition to the £22 billion previously announced by the UK Government in February and now means that millions of the most vulnerable households across the country will get £1,200 of support this year along with a £400 non-repayable discount on their electricity bill - paid directly to suppliers and discounted from bills over six months.

But if you are worried it won't be enough to meet your rising costs, one of the first things to do after reviewing all your outgoings and made any necessary cutbacks, is to make sure you’re claiming all the money you’re entitled to.

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