The DWP Winter Fuel Payment aims to help cover some of the cost of heating homes, giving people born before September 22, 1959, up to £300 to help keep homes warm There are changes to who will get the Winter Fuel payment in 2025 (stock) (Image: coldsnowstorm via Getty Images)

As temperatures drop, some are considering cranking up their heating, but the high cost of energy can make this seem unaffordable for those on lower incomes. ‌

However, assistance is available through the DWP Winter Fuel Payment . This scheme aims to offset some of the costs, offering individuals born before 22 September 1959, up to £300 to help keep their homes cosy. ‌

Last year, the Labour government drastically altered the eligibility criteria for the benefit, significantly reducing the number

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