Millions of Brits across the country would have received their first cost of living payment over the last few weeks.
The first payment of £301 was issued by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) for benefit claimants while Tax Credit claimants were paid by HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). It makes up the first of a series of payments totalling to £900 which has been provided by the government to help the most vulnerable households better cope with the soaring cost of living crisis.
Today (May 17) marks the deadline for the first round of payments across the country, which means millions can now look forward to the next two instalments to be made throughout 2024/23. If you haven't received the £301 payment by today but were expecting it, then you should contact the office responsible for your benefit payments as soon as possible.
