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Overview

The Pension Service website gives detailed information about the Winter Fuel Payment, explaining who can apply, how much it is, and how to apply for it. Many people will get the payment automatically and do not have to claim.

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How to use this service

You should qualify for a Winter Fuel Payment if during the qualifying week of 15 to 21 September 2008, you are:

If you got a Winter Fuel Payment last winter, you should automatically get one this winter as long as your circumstances have not changed.

Use the link below to download and print a claim form for Winter Fuel Payment for the year 2008-2009.

For more information call the Winter Fuel Payment helpline on 08459 15 15 15 (0845 601 5613 for textphone users). Lines are open from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm, Monday to Friday. Charges are the same as for local calls.

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Claiming for past winters

To make backdated claims for Winter Fuel Payments for the years 1997-1998 to 1999-2000  use the 'Claim forms for past Winter Fuel Payments' link from the Pensions Service website below. You can download a PDF form and will be told where to post it.

From 2000-2001 deadlines for claims were introduced and it is unlikely you will be able to claim for the years 2000/01 -2007/08. For more information, call the Winter Fuel Payment helpline.

To view PDF files you will need a copy of Adobe Reader. Information on how to download this for free is available on the right panel of this page.

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