Pensioners are receiving a reminder from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) regarding the Winter Fuel Payment, with a deadline set for January 28. The DWP has confirmed that the majority of eligible pensioner households should have already received their one-time payment of £100, £200, or £300 by the end of December for the 2025/26 Winter Fuel Payment. Residents over 66 in Scotland should have also received their Pension Age Winter Heating Payment from Social Security Scotland before the start of the new year.
In case pensioners have not received the payment by January 28, they are advised to contact the Winter Fuel Payment Centre as a claim may be required. The funds are typically deposited into bank accounts where State Pension or benefits are received, with the payment reference starting with the National Insurance number followed by “DWP WFP.” Pensioners should review their bank statements for this reference code before reaching out to the Winter Fuel Payment Centre at 0800 731 0160. It is important to note that only pensioners born before September 22, 1959, with an income at or below £35,000 will automatically receive the Winter Fuel Payment from the DWP.
The UK Government identifies specific categories of individuals who may need to make a claim for the Winter Fuel Payment, which must be done by post or telephone before March 31, 2026. The DWP assures that most eligible individuals will automatically receive the payment if they qualify based on the week of September 15 – 21, 2025.
Claiming the Winter Fuel Payment can be done through various channels, and the deadline for claims for the winter 2025 to 2026 period is March 31, 2026. Detailed instructions for making a claim by post or phone can be found on the GOV.UK website.
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