Cold Weather Payments for many in Great Yarmouth

‘Don’t forget your Cold Weather Payments’ urges MP

Tony Wright MP today reminded vulnerable families in our Borough of Great Yarmouth to not sit in the cold and forget about Cold Weather Payments, to which nearly 51,500 Norfolk residents will be entitled.

Since the cold snap began, Great Yarmouth residents will have qualified for two payments to help with the cost of keeping warm.

Tony said;

‘As the cold weather continues, I don’t want people to feel left in the cold. I especially want the elderly to know that extra help is on the way.

‘There are two ways we are helping this winter – with Winter Fuel payments of £250 or £400 for the over 80s, and the increased Cold Weather Payments of £25.

‘The payments are automatic so everyone entitled will get them and should not worry about turning up their heating – Don’t be cold this winter.’

If you are entitled you will automatically receive the two £25 payments. However, to check if you are due payments or to find out more about Cold Weather Payments please visit www.direct.gov.uk or call Job Centre Plus on 0800 055 6688 (8am - 6pm Monday to Friday)