Cost of Living

Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Updates – January 2024

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has shared its January 2024 newsletter with useful updates and changes to government services and support. Highlights include: Child Benefit can now be applied for online for the first time, streamlining the application process. 15 hours of free childcare per week will be available starting April 2024 for

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Winter Fuel Payment

A Pensioner Cost of Living Payment of £300 per household will be paid as a top up to those eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment during November and December. If you were born before 25 September 1957 and receive the Winter Fuel Payment, you will automatically receive the Pensioner Cost of Living Payment at the same

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The Household Support Fund is now available for those most in need in Gloucestershire

Gloucestershire County Council has received £7.4 million from the government’s Household Support Fund to help vulnerable households with the cost of living. If you live in Gloucester, you may be eligible for support through the central fund or from Gloucester City Council’s targeted schemes. This could include help with food, energy and water bills, and other

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