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March 2007
2006 Winter Fuel Payment deadline 30 March 2007
Winter fuel payments were made automatically before Christmas 2006.
If you were aged 60 or over on or before 24 September 2006, you could get a payment of up to £200 from the Government to help with your winter heating costs. If you were aged 80 or over, you could get up to £300.
If you have not received a payment but think you qualify, you should call the office that normally pays your benefit. Some people may need to claim their payments. If you think you may need to make a claim then please contact the Winter Fuel Payment helpline
All claims for Winter Fuel Payments must be received by 30 March 2007.