What are cold weather payments and who can get them?

Each cold weather payment is paid for a seven-day period and is worth £25. More than one payment will be made during the course of the winter if there are enough periods of cold weather. The scheme runs between 1 November and 31 March each year. Hospital stays can affect payments. You should also tell Jobcentre Plus, external if you have a baby or if a child under five comes to live with you.In Scotland, the…