• If you are claiming a low-income benefit and think that you are entitled to a Cost of Living Payment, you don’t need to do anything. You’ll get the payments automatically. To find out more visit: Cost of Living Payment – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

• The first instalment of the £650 Cost of Living Payments will be paid automatically to eligible people, between 14 – 31 July. The remaining £324 will be paid in autumn. To find out more visit: Cost of Living Payment – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

• Did you know that households on means tested benefits, including Universal Credit and Pension Credit, may receive a payment of £650 this year? This will be made automatically in two instalments – the first £326 of which will be paid between 14 – 31 July. To find out more visit: Cost of Living Payment – GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

If you need advice with welfare benefits, housing or are struggling with bills, you can find free local advice services here.