⚠️ **Attention Pensioners!** The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has announced who **won’t** be getting the Winter Fuel Payment for winter 2026-2027. Each year, this payment ranges from £100 to £300 to help with heating bills. Miss out if you’re in one of these five groups:
1. **Living outside England and Wales** – Sorry, you need to be residing in these areas.
2. **In hospital for free treatment** during the “qualifying week” (21-27 Sept 2026) and the year before.
3. **Needing UK entry permission** with leave indicating no claim to public funds.
4. **In prison** for the qualifying week.
5. **Receiving other benefits** and living in a care home since June 2025 or earlier.
Also, if your income tops £35,000, HMRC might ask for that payment back through tax adjustments. They’ll reach out to about 1.3 million people regarding this!
To be eligible, remember: You need to have been born before 28 June 1960 and reside in England or Wales during that crucial week in September. Keep warm and informed! ❄️🏡
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