From this month, millions of pensioners in England and Wales will receive DWP letters confirming their Winter Fuel Payment, worth up to £300 depending on age and circumstances, to help with heating costs.
Most awards are paid in November or December 2025. The rise in the energy price cap from 1 October brings a typical annual dual-fuel bill to £ 1,755 for direct-debit customers, underscoring the value of the support. That's an increase of £35 compared to the previous cap, according to Yahoo News.
