The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has issued a warning today, Monday December 12. It says there are just 6 days left to apply for Pension Credit, which, if eligible could lead to an extra £324 Cost of Living payment.
In an announcement made via its Twitter account, the government department wrote: "6 days to go: Don't miss out on the £324 Cost Of Living Payment as a recipient of #PensionCredit - submit your application for Pension Credit before 18 Dec." The tweet continued: "Did you know, if you get Pension Credit you could also get help with broadband fees?"
The help for households announcement continued, saying: "You could be on average £3,500 a year better off if you qualify for Pension Credit To check your eligibility and to apply, call 0800 99 1234 or visit http://ow.ly/4s2Z50LWpAr