Cost of living payments will provide a much-needed boost to millions of households across the UK between November and the end of the year.
Payments of £324 are set to land in bank accounts next month for people on means-tested benefits including Universal Credit, Pension Credit and Tax Credits.
People of State Pension age are also due to receive Winter Fuel Payments of up to £600, which include the £300 Pensioner Cost of Living Payment.
However, some six million people claiming disability benefits will receive no more additional financial support from the UK Government, having received a one-off payment for £150 in September.
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