DWP confirms Winter Fuel Payment dates and amounts for pensioners
The DWP has confirmed Winter Fuel Payments of £100 to £300 will be issued automatically to millions of pensioners born before June 28, 1960, in November or December 2026.
The DWP has confirmed Winter Fuel Payments of £100 to £300 will be issued automatically to millions of pensioners born before June 28, 1960, in November or December 2026.
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