Lewes MP, Maria Caulfield has welcomed that the next cost of living payment, worth £300 for 8,600 people in the Lewes constituency in vulnerable and low income households.
Payments will be made between 31 October and 19 November 2023. This is the second of three payments totalling up to £900 for those eligible and on means
Tested benefits, such as Universal Credit, Pension Credit, or tax credits, in 2023-24, and will help families affected by global inflation caused by Putin’s illegal war in Ukraine and the aftermath of the Covid 19 pandemic.
These payments build on the Cost of Living Payments made last year worth up to £1,200, and form part of the Conservative Government’s record financial support for the most vulnerable, worth an average of £3,300 per household. The £300 Cost of Living Payment will be sent out automatically and directly to eligible households, so there is no need to apply.
Eligible pensioner households will also receive a further £300 payment later this year as an addition to the Winter Fuel Payment.
The Conservative Government is supporting people with the cost of living right now, whilst working to deliver on its priorities to halve inflation, grow the economy, reduce debt, cut waiting lists and stop the boats.
Commenting, Maria Caulfield said: “We must continue to do everything we can to support households across the Lewes constituency with global inflation caused by Putin’s illegal war in Ukraine and the aftermath of the Covid 19 pandemic.”
Mel Stride, Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, said: “The best way we can boost bank balances is by bearing down on inflation, but as we get there, we are ensuring the most vulnerable households are cushioned from high prices with a further Cost of Living payment.”