Winter Fuel Payments of up to £300 need to be claimed by two groups of pensioners

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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed people over State Pension age who need to claim this year’s Winter Fuel Payment can do so by post from September 15 and over the phone from October 15. ‌

The UK Government recently announced that Winter Fuel Payments will be issued automatically to around nine million people in England and Wales - a different payment will be issued to Scots pensioners. Older people born before September 22, 1959 will receive between £100 - £300 during November and December, but will receive a letter beforehand letting them know exactly how much to expect. ‌

UK Government guidance online has confirmed there are two specific groups of people who may need to claim Winter Fuel Payment , but it’s important to be aware this can only b