More than six million disabled people will receive a one-off £150 cost of living payment from June 20, the Government has confirmed.
Ministers said the payment recognises the extra costs disabled people in particular often face, such as care and mobility needs. There will be further payments of £300 for pensioners due later this year, meaning some of the most vulnerable households can receive up to £1,350 in direct cost of living payments.
The Government outlined plans for the £150 payment earlier this year, which will be available to people on certain disability benefits. It is expected to be paid out automatically to those who are eligible in summer this year, although DWP has yet to confirm specific dates.
