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A 'weather monster' has been predicted with the Met Office forecasting temperatures dipping to lows of -5C towards the end of the week. While it is now winter and we should expect colder temperatures that doesn't help when it comes to turning up the heating during a cost of living crisis. However, as the temperature drops, the Government's Cold Weather Payments kick in.
How low does the temperature have to go? You’ll get a payment if the average temperature in your area is recorded as, or forecast to be, 0C or below over seven consecutive days. So, just one night of a minus figure won't trigger the payment. After each period of very cold weather in your area, you should get a payment straight into your bank or building society within 14 working days. It’s paid in the same way you receive your benefit payments. Cold Weather Payments do not affect your other benefits.Who gets the Cold Weather Payment? You may get a Cold Weather Payment if you’re getting certain benefits. These include:
You’ll also be eligible if you have a disabled child amount in your claim, whether you’re employed or not.You’ll usually get Cold Weather Payments if you get Support for Mortgage Interest and have any of the following:
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