What to do if you haven't received your £300 payment from DWP yet
If you still haven't received your £300 payment from the DWP, it's important to know the possible reasons for the delay and what steps you can take to remedy the situation.
Seven million homes in the UK receive the £300 cost of living payments directly into their bank accounts, with thousands of them in Lincolnshire. The DWP cost of living payment started arriving in people's bank accounts last Tuesday.
In order to ease the financial burden on families, these payments are being distributed in three installments, with the second payment expected to be received between October 31 and November 19, 2023.
There are thousands of people in Lincolnshire, including Lincoln, Skegness, Grimsby, Scunthorpe and Boston, who have yet to receive their Living Cost Payment.
If you're one of the people who hasn't received your payment yet, don't panic.
These payments are part of a wider initiative to support households and cushion the impact of rising living costs.
The three payments, totaling £900, are being made in the 2023/24 financial year. The first payment of £301 was issued in the spring of this year, and the third and final payment of £299 will be issued in the spring of 2024.
Here is the breakdown of all cost of living payments for the 2023/24 financial year:
Between 25 April and 17 May: £301 for most people on means-tested DWP benefits.
Between 2 and 9 May: £301 for most people with HMRC tax credits and no other means-tested benefits.
Between 20 June and 4 July: £150 for people on disability benefits.
Between 31 October and 19 November: £300 for eligible recipients.
November and December: £300 for pensioners receiving the Winter Fuel Payment.
Spring 2024: £299 for people with means-tested benefits, exact dates not yet announced.
Please note that these dates are subject to change, and it is imperative that you stay informed of any government updates on the payment schedule.
Reasons for late payment
If you haven't received your £300 payment within the specified time frame, there may be a number of reasons for the delay. It is essential to consider the following factors:
Qualifying tax benefit or credit: Payment is dependent on receiving qualifying tax benefits or credits from the DWP or HMRC. If you were awarded a benefit or tax credit at a later date, or if there has been a change to your benefit account, there may be a delay in payment.
Exclusively receiving benefits from HMRC: If you are exclusively receiving benefits from HMRC, your payment may be delayed. The HMRC cost of living payment, similar to the DWP payment, is £300 and will be issued automatically. However, payment for those receiving benefits exclusively from HMRC will start from 10 November instead of the initial payment date.
Bank account changes: If you have recently changed your bank account, your payment may be delayed. However, be assured that you will still receive the cost of living payment automatically, albeit at a later date.
Report a missed payment
If the November 19 deadline passes and you still haven't received your cost of living payment, you have the option to report a missing payment. The Department for Work and Pensions has provided a specific online form for reporting missed payments. Follow these steps to report a missed payment:
Visit the online form provided by Gov.uk at https://secure.dwp.gov.uk/report-a-missing-cost-of-living-payment/welcome
Fill in the required information accurately, making sure all details are correct.
Submit the form and the DWP will review your case and take the necessary steps to resolve the issue.
It is important to report a missed payment as soon as possible after the deadline to ensure prompt action by the DWP.
Frequently asked questions
When will the third payment be issued?
The third and final payment of £299 is expected to be issued in the spring of 2024. Although exact dates have not yet been announced, it is advisable to keep up to date with any official government announcements.
Will there be additional payments after the third payment?
The government has not yet announced whether there will be additional payments beyond the three terms for the 2023/24 financial year. It is essential to monitor official communications for any updates on additional payments.