Only certain benefit claimants will be able to receive this year's Winter Fuel Payment
This year, millions of people on specific benefits are set to receive a financial boost from the Department of Work and Pensions to aid with their heating expenses.
Contrasting with last year when every pensioner automatically qualified for this single-time transfer which commonly hits accounts starting in November, the current policy dictates only those on Pension Credit or select other entitlements will see the money this season.
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