DWP Announces Additional £100 Winter Fuel Payment for Older Pensioners
DWP confirms extra £100 handout for older state pensioners

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The Department for Work and Pensions will provide an extra £100 in Winter Fuel Payments for older state pensioners earning under £35,000. Payments will start from October 2026, with eligible pensioners receiving between £200 and £300 based on their birth date.
- 01Eligible pensioners born before September 28, 1946 will receive £300, while those born between September 28, 1946 and June 27, 1960 will receive £200.
- 02Payments will be made automatically starting from October 2026, following the completion of the previous winter's payments.
- 03To qualify, pensioners must reside in England or Wales and meet specific income criteria, including a £35,000 earnings threshold.
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The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed an automatic £100 increase in Winter Fuel Payments for older state pensioners this winter, benefiting those with an annual income below £35,000. Pensioners born before September 28, 1946 will receive a total of £300, while those born between September 28, 1946 and June 27, 1960 will get £200. Payments will commence in October 2026, following the completion of the previous winter's payment cycle. Eligible recipients will be notified via letter detailing their payment amounts based on their birth date and circumstances during the qualifying week from September 21 to 27, 2026. However, individuals living outside England and Wales, those in hospital for the qualifying week, or those with certain immigration restrictions will not qualify. Additionally, pensioners earning above £35,000 will need to repay the payment through tax adjustments. The DWP warns against scams related to these payments, emphasizing that legitimate payments are made automatically by HMRC.
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The additional payment will assist older pensioners in managing their heating costs during winter, providing essential financial support.
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