The first cost of living payment has gone out to millions across the country over the last few weeks. A £301 payment was issued by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) for benefit claimants while Tax Credit claimants were paid by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC).
The amount is the first of a series of payments totalling £900 provided by the government to help the most vulnerable households better cope with the cost of living crisis, reports ManchesterEveningNews. The deadline for the first round of payments across the country was May 17.
This means millions can now look forward to the next two instalments to be made throughout 2024/23. If you haven't received the £301 payment but were expecting it, contact the office responsible for your benefit payments as soon as possible.
