The cost of living payments are helping to ease some financial stress amid soaring bills
The cost of living is soaring with many people looking elsewhere to get help in a bid to relieve any financial strain they may be facing.
Jeremy Hunt will soon deliver a spring statement to the House of Commons to set out the government’s economic plans, with people being urged to listen out for key issues such as taxes, savers, homebuyers and pensioners - all of which may be discussed.Around this time last year, former chancellor Rishi Sunak didn't announce changes to Universal Credit or other DWP benefits, however, depending on what happens with the cost of living situation, Mr Hunt could announce an update.
Energy discount - last payment A £400 energy bill discount payment was announced with the first being issued last year. The payments are being split into six instalments and will see UK households receive a total £400 discount on their energy bill between October 2022 and March 2023. People can expect the last of these payments this month with the Gov.uk website stating: "You’ll get the discount monthly, even if you pay for your energy quarterly or use a payment card.Winter Heating Payment The Winter Heating Payment is a yearly payment of £50 that’s paid automatically to help people on low income benefits who may have extra heating needs. Payments for winter 2022 are expected to be made from February 2023, so you should start to see it coming in around now.
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