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British Gas is sending a free £150 to state pensioners on top of the Winter Fuel Payment they will receive from the Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP ).

The Warm Home Discount was first introduced by the Government in April 2011 to help eligible customers in England, Scotland and Wales with their energy bills during the winter. It’s there to provide support for those living on low incomes or pensions.

If you qualify for the winter 2025/26 payment, you will have your one-off £150 discount applied between November 2025 - 31 March 2026 at the latest, with most customers receiving their WHD before January 2026.

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On its website, British Gas said: "The discount will be added to your electricity account a

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