With millions of UK households across the UK needing a boost to their finances just to keep up with rising inflation and the cost of living increases, knowing when and if extra cash might be coming your way is essential. The government has announced and, in some cases, already provided millions of people with extra cash to help offset rising costs with payments in the form of cost of living payments, energy rebates, cold weather payments, warm home discounts and the household support fund. However, there is more to come in 2023.
Of course, while there is some financial good news for some, there are also some changes coming in 2023 that might affect those claiming Universal Credit, Employment and Support Allowance (ESA) and Job Seekers Allowance (JSA). Thanks to Nottinghamshire Live sister publication, Lancs Live, here's everything you need to know about the year ahead including how much you can get, how to apply, and how to check if you are eligible.
Before we get to the full list of dates, you should be aware that The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) issued an update on a £900 cost of living payment for next year. The payment, announced in November by Chancellor Jeremy Hunt in his Autumn statement, will be given to around eight million people on means-tested benefits. Next year's financial support will also include £150 for those with disabilities and £300 for some pensioners.
