awards from the War Pensions SchemeBut if you don't receive any of the above, you need to claim if you've not had the Winter Fuel payment before or you've deferred your State Pension since your last Winter Fuel payment.You should check out the government's website for more information on applying if you live outside the UK.If you are worried about all the help that's coming to an end in March, there is extra help on offer.
The fund sees local councils across England allotted a maximum amount of money they can share between residents in their area. Each local council can decide its own eligibility criteria, but usually help is handed out to those on a low income or benefits.If you don't know what council area you fall under, you can use the government's council locator online.A number of energy providers offer customers grants if they are struggling to meet their bill commitments.British Gas, E.ON, Octopus and Ovo all offer customers grants worth hundreds of pounds.
British Gas Energy Trust pays hard-up households up to £1,500 - and you don't even have to be a customer.British Gas Energy Trust Individuals and Family FundScottish Power Hardship FundEmergency credit - £10 Customers on traditional or smart prepayment meters can usually get what's known as "emergency credit" if they have no money left on their meter.A number of providers offer an emergency credit option, including Scottish Power, Octopus Energy and British Gas.Fuel vouchers - £50The help comes via the Fuel Bank Foundation charity and is offered through local organisations such as food banks and Citizens Advice.