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Manchester Evening News
Manchester Evening News
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Kieran Isgin

DWP urges millions to make crucial check as £301 cost of living payment date confirmed

Pensioners are being urged to make some vital checks ahead of the £301 cost of living payment.

The DWP confirmed that millions of people on means-tested benefits will begin to see the payment landing in their accounts from Tuesday, April 25. It will be the first of three payments throughout 2023/24 equating to £900.

In order to be eligible for the Cost of Living payment, you must be receiving one of the qualifying means-tested benefits. Among these is Pension Credit, which many pensioners are being urged to check if they are eligible for.

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