The Department of Work and Pensions has confirmed that “Cold Weather Payments” were triggered in some areas of Clwyd West on the 30th January, as a result of the drop in temperature.
Eligible residents who live in the LL20 and LL21 postal districts should automatically receive a payment to provide help towards heating costs for cold periods of at least one week.
Those who qualify for Cold Weather Payments include certain recipients of Income Support, income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance, income-related Employment and Support Allowance or Pension Credit during periods of very cold weather.
MP for Clwyd West, David Jones, said:
“Cold weather payments provide a welcome helping hand with heating costs; particularly at a time when energy prices are so high.
“The Government has made the £25 per week rate permanent, and payments will be made directly to those who need assistance most.”
There should be no need to make a claim, but people who think they may be entitled and do not receive a payment should contact the Pension, Disability and Carers Service, or Jobcentre Plus.
