State pensioners will receive a Winter Fuel Payment, worth up to £300, and an extra £300 pensioner cost of living payment on top of this - meaning some people will get up to £600
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The Winter Fuel Payment is normally worth up to £300, but the Government is adding an extra £300 pensioner cost of living payment on top to help with rising bills
Most people receive the Winter Fuel Payment automatically, but there are some people who need to physically apply for it and phone lines to claim will open this week