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27.10.2023 - 10:41 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
November will see a wide range of payments and money changes take place.
Throughout the autumn period, there will be a range of discounts applied to energy bills for eligible households. This will happen alongside a long-awaited Cost of Living payment which should provide some relief amid the cost of living crisis.
Some major economical changes are also expected for the UK, with the Bank of England announcing another change to interest rates and the Chancellor making one of the biggest financial statements of the year. For a full breakdown of what you can expect this month and adjust your finances accordingly, read below...
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Millions across the country will begin receiving the second Cost of Living worth £300. It makes up a wider support scheme worth a total of £900 for eligible benefit claimants.
Payments will officially begin from October 31 and should be paid for most by November 19. Those who exclusively receive benefits from HMRC will begin receiving the payment from November 10 with the same deadline.
To get the payment, you need to be receiving one of these benefits during the qualifying period:
The Cold Weather Payment scheme allows the most vulnerable households to receive a payment of £25 when temperatures drop to zero degrees Celsius or below across seven consecutive days. In order to be eligible, your area must be part of the scheme and you must also be claiming a benefit like Pension Credit or Universal Credit.
The scheme will officially run from November 1, 2023 until March 31, 2024.
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