2 Sep 2007 - Winter Fuel Payment
Minister for Pensions Reform Mike O'Brien has urged older people to get their applications for Winter Fuel Payments in now to ensure they receive help heating their home before Christmas. Mike O'Brien said: "Older people shouldn't have to worry about heating their home. Over eight million
households will benefit from the £200 Winter Fuel Payment this winter,
with those containing someone aged over 80 receiving £300. "Successful
applications received by 21 September 2007 will get their payment in time
for Christmas. We don't want anyone to miss out on the help they are
entitled to. If you haven't received a Winter Fuel Payment before - and
are not receiving State Pension or another social security benefit - you
need to apply."
households will benefit from the £200 Winter Fuel Payment this winter,
with those containing someone aged over 80 receiving £300. "Successful
applications received by 21 September 2007 will get their payment in time
for Christmas. We don't want anyone to miss out on the help they are
entitled to. If you haven't received a Winter Fuel Payment before - and
are not receiving State Pension or another social security benefit - you
need to apply."