Cost-of-living cost: Hundreds of thousands of people urged to check if they’re eligible for £299 from DWP

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Hundreds of thousands of pensioners have been urged to check if they’re eligible for a sizeable cost-of-living cost that ends subsequent month.

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) mentioned about 880,000 eligible UK households can safe an additional £299 if they declare pension credit score by March 5.

Pension Credit averages greater than £3,900 a yr and goals to assist low-income people who’ve reached state pension age with their day-to-day bills.

It ensures a minimal weekly revenue of £201.05 for single pensioners and £306.85 for {couples}, whereas further assist is on the market for these with disabilities or caring duties.

About 1.4 million pensioners already obtain pension credit score within the UK.

The state pension is due to rise by 8.5% in April, when the brand new full state pension will likely be price £221.20 weekly.

The DWP beforehand despatched 2,000 people letters inviting them to apply for pension credit score as half of a trial final July.

Minister for Pensions, Paul Maynard, mentioned: “We are committed to ensuring every pensioner receives the financial support available to them.

“Anyone who is unsure whether they or a loved one is entitled to pension credit should quickly check using our online pension credit calculator – it’s never been easier.

“Not only could this secure an extra £3,900 every year and unlock a whole host of other support, if successfully claimed by 5 March a further £299 Cost of Living boost is up for grabs.”

You can declare for pension credit score by visiting https://www.gov.uk/pension-credit/how-to-claim or by calling 0800 99 1234.