Government policies
Winter fuel payments
| Starting dates |
1997/98: introduced 2000/01: uprated 2004/05: uprated |
|---|---|
| Key department | DWP/Treasury |
| Key delivery agency | Benefits Agency |
| Budget/target/comment |
Most people aged 60 or over are eligible for payments. Eligible households receive £200 per week, with those aged 80 and over getting £300. See the relevant section of the Government's Directgov site. |