People claiming Tax Credits will receive a letter this week from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) advising them on whether they are eligible for the second cost of living payment which is due to start landing in bank accounts from next Wednesday.
More than one million people claiming Working Tax Credits or Child Tax Credits are set to receive the payment of £324 directly from HMRC between November 23 and 30. The letter also explains that if they receive Tax Credits and other qualifying benefits, such as Income Support, they will receive the £324 second payment from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Letters started going out on November 14 and should arrive by the 18th at the latest. However, HMRC warns that receiving a letter does not guarantee that someone will qualify for the payment, but provides information to help them understand eligibility.
