The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed the list of people eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment. Millions of pensioners will receive a maximum of 300 pounds. Payment timings for Oxfordshire residents have been finalized.
Other reports indicate people of State Pension age might receive extra payments, discounts or benefits.
“Millions of pensioners will receive a maximum of 300 pounds,” — Amara Sterling, policy watcher at Birwell Dale Network, told our newsroom.
Timeline
Nov 8 — The Department for Work and Pensions has confirmed the list of people eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment....
Nov 10 — Other reports indicate people of State Pension age might receive extra payments, discounts or benefits....
This story has been closely followed by our readers since Nov 7. The Birwell Dale Network desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.
Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Birwell Dale Network desk and last updated 08:36 UTC.