A fraud warning has been issued as more than 9,000 Nottinghamshire pensioners will soon receive extra financial support to help them with their rising bills. As energy costs are set to soar from October, Nottinghamshire County Council is urging those eligible to apply for help.
The government's Household Support Fund (HSF) is being offered to all people who claim Pension Credit in Nottinghamshire, whether guaranteed credit or savings credit. They are being invited to apply for extra support by Tuesday, September 6, with 5,000 still able to apply.
A one-off payment can be claimed for £135 for individuals or £185 for two people from the same household (who are both receiving Pension Credit and have received a letter). Those who have received a letter who have not yet applied can do so via an online form or by contacting the council's customer service team on 0300 500 8080.
