As the colder weather approaches, although on the date of this post it’s not as severe in the South West as further north, should it arrive here and you’re in receipt of certain benefits, you may be entitled to a cold weather payment, a Government top-up to help with fuel bills. The benefits that ensure entitlement are listed below:
- Pension Credit
- Income Support
- Income-based Job Seekers’ Allowance
- Income-related Employment and Support Allowance
- Universal Credit (with some exceptions)
- Support for Mortgage Interest
The payments kick in if the weather station nearest to your postcode records an average temperature of zero degrees Celsius or less for seven days in a row, or if the forecast is for below freezing temperatures for seven consecutive days. The payments don’t affect other benefits.
Click on the link below and enter your postcode to see if you’re eligible:
ELIGIBILITY CHECKER (England only)