Help with winter fuel payment eligibility now available at libraries

southampton central library and art gallery entrance 3 7 23600pxIn light of the government’s announcement that the winter fuel payment will only be paid to pensioners receiving certain benefits, some Southampton libraries are offering help with pension credit applications.

 

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 These 45-minute one-to-one pre-bookable sessions will help check eligibility and support the completion of the application process.

The government deadline for application is Saturday, December 21.

Appointments are available in Central, Shirley, Lordshill, Woolston, Bitterne, and Portswood libraries.

Appointments can be booked online by speaking to a member of library staff either in one of the libraries or via telephone on 023 8083 3007

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