Millions of people will start receiving a £300 cost of living payment from this month to help with rising energy bills. The money is on top of several financial support packages announced in recent months including £650 being given in two instalments to lower-income households and a £400 discount off energy bills.
The £300 cost of living payment was originally announced by new prime Rishi Sunak earlier this year while he was chancellor of the exchequer. It will be given to around eight million pensioners vulnerable to the rising cost of gas and electricity.
The money will be on top of the usual winter fuel payment and the DWP said those eligible will receive their money in November or December. Here's everything you need to know about the pensioner cost of living payment including how much you get and whether you qualify. To get all the latest money-saving news straight to your inbox twice a week sign up here.
