Millions more people to get £299 cost of living payment within days
12.02.2024 - 13:41
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Millions of tax credit claimants will soon receive the £299 cost of living payment.
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) previously confirmed that eligible claimants who exclusively receive payments from them will be paid between February 16 and February 22. The payment will be sent out automatically by HMRC so there will be no need to apply for it.
Many eligible claimants may have already received a text from the government department informing them of how much they will receive and when they can expect to receive it. However, it's important to note that being informed of the cost of living payment is not a guarantee that a claimant will receive it.
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Mel Stride, Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, said: "The economy has turned a corner, and with inflation falling we are providing millions of the most vulnerable households with another significant cash boost. Our fair approach to welfare is underpinned by a belief that the best way to secure long-term financial security is through work.
"This is why we have cut taxes for over 27 million working people and have launched a £2.5 billion Back to Work Plan to help thousands more people off benefits and into jobs."
Chancellor of the Exchequer Jeremy Hunt said: Our decisive action helped to more than halve inflation last year while building the foundations for long-term growth through sensible tax cuts, which will help people’s money go further. But the legacy of Covid and the ongoing Ukraine war has meant the last few years have been tough for many, which is why we’ve provided one of the largest support schemes in Europe worth £3,700 for the average household."
Here's a breakdown of who is eligible for the
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