It is no secret that the cost of living is spiralling and many Brits are struggling to keep up. Millions of people who rely on Universal Credit, Pension Credit or Jobseeker's Allowance could be eligible to claim additional help. In fact, a report says there are 30 additional freebies that could save thousands of pounds for those entitled to claim.
The latest figures from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) show that more than 5.8 million people in the UK depend upon state benefits to make ends meet. Nearly 40 per cent of those people are in work but being paid a low income so need a top-up.
The Express wrote that there has "never been a more important time for Britons to check they are receiving all the financial help they are entitled to" and urged those on low incomes to check if they qualify for Universal Credit or Pension Credit. These benefits ensure people have a minimum income to survive financially and could also open up the door to additional help like free prescriptions and a free TV licence.
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30 things that could help your finances
- Capped water bills
- Reduced council tax bills
Help with new job costs
- Half-price bus
- Discounted rail fares
- Free or discounted gym membership
- Warm Home Discount Scheme of £140 off fuel bills
- £25 in Cold Weather Payments
- Free or cheap broadband from TalkTalk, Virgin Media and BT
- Cheap BT phone calls
- Free prescriptions for people with zero income or those on a low income
- Free dental treatment
- Eye tests and discounted glasses
- Free school transport
- Free school meals
- Discounted childcare costs
- £150 towards school uniforms - dependent on the local authority
- £1,200 free cash as part of the Government’s Help to Save scheme
- Food vouchers for kids as part of the Healthy Start scheme
- Maternity grant up to £1,000
- Disabled Facilities Grant (up to £30,000) to make changes to a home
- Homeowners can apply for up to £10,000 to pay for a boiler
- Homeowners can get help to pay for double glazing as part of the Green Homes Scheme
- Up to £300 in Winter Fuel Payments
- Free wigs or fabric support provided by the NHS
- Free health travel costs
- Help with housing costs
- Help with funeral costs
- Bereavement support payments
- Reduced court fees
For more help with benefits and how to check or make a claim visit www.gov.uk/browse/benefits.
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