The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has updated its cost-of-living guidance.
The DWP confirmed more than eight million low income households across the UK will receive £650 in financial aid to help with mounting costs as the price of energy, food and petrol skyrocket. The payment will be split into two instalments as eligible claimants will receive £326 between July 14 and July 31 with a further £324 due to land in bank accounts in the autumn.
As the pay date draws nearer, DWP has made amendments to the online cost of living guidance "to improve clarity" for the upcoming payment. It said: "Added a table to show the amount of the Cost of Living Payment you'll get and when you'll be paid if you are on a low income benefit from DWP or Tax Credits from HMRC [HM Revenue and Customs].
