The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released a short video answering key questions a bout Winter Fuel Payments following an increase in people searching for information about the one-off annual heating bill support which is paid directly into bank accounts over November and December.
DWP explained: “We recognise that there is concern about rising energy costs, as a result, we have experienced more people searching for information about Winter Fuel Payments and/or contacting DWP to ask about it. Most of those eligible do not have to claim their Winter Fuel Payment, as it is awarded automatically.”
The video is available on the DWP’s official YouTube channel and covers eligibility, who will not qualify, who may need to apply and when it will be paid. It also reminds people that a letter will be issued to all eligible recipients advising them of the amount they will receive.
