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The Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP ) is set to pay millions born before a certain date up to £300 this winter. Around three-quarters of all state pensioners will be eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment, according to the Government .

If you were born before September 22, 1959 you could get between £100 and £300 to help you pay your heating bills.

Winter Fuel Payments will be given out to help pensioners stay warm and cover their heating bills over winter. Payments will range from £100 to £300 depending on certain circumstances.

Eligible pensioners must have been born on or before September 21, 1959 to receive the payment. Money will be sent out automatically by the DWP.

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