The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is gearing up to distribute its Winter Fuel Payment to eligible recipients. The department has recently updated its guidelines on how to apply for this benefit, introducing a new form for those who need to manually apply for a Winter Fuel Payment.

This payment, designed to help with rising energy bills, will offer financial relief to over nine million pensioners this winter. The DWP has confirmed that the majority of qualifying individuals in England and Wales will receive their Winter Fuel Payment automatically.

However, as reported by the Mirror, some people will need to submit a claim. If you're currently receiving any of the below benefits, there's no need to claim as the Winter Fuel Payment will be made automatically:

State Pension

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