426,000 people in Wales eligible for cost of living payment

Thousands will receive the £324 payment into their bank accounts today

Those eligible don't need to do anything to receive the payment
Author: Lauren JonesPublished 8th Nov 2022

Millions of people on low incomes will start receiving 324-pounds into their bank accounts today to help them through the cost of living crisis.

The payments from the UK Government are the second part of 650-pounds being paid out to people receiving benefits.

Those eligible don't need to do anything to receive the payment.

426,000 households in Wales are eligible for the Cost of Living payment.

Secretary of State for Wales, David TC Davies said: “Nearly half a million families in Wales will receive £324 directly from the UK Government to help with the cost of living.

"This money is targeted at those who need it most to help them through this winter.

“We recognise that people on low incomes are worried and we are doing all we can to support them with this payment and a wider package of help.”

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