People over State Pension age can claim two new payments starting before end of this year
dailyrecord.co.ukMore than one million people over State Pension age living in Scotland will be able to claim two new devolved benefits starting before the end of this year.
Pension Age Winter Heating Payment (PAWHP) will be worth up to £300 per household and is set to replace the annual Winter Fuel Payment, currently delivered by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
Under PAWHP, everyone in Scotland who would currently be eligible to receive the Winter Fuel Payment would continue to receive the same level of support, but will be paid Social Security Scotland.
The Scottish Government said this payment will continue to be non-means tested and tax free. The payment guidance has still to be confirmed, but a recent consultation indicated that the amount someone receives will depend on their household circumstances and age.
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