Apply for the winter fuel hardship fund

Eligibility

To be eligible you must: 

  • be aged 66 or over on 23 September 2024 and will not receive a winter fuel payment from the department for Work and Pensions (DWP).
  • not be in receipt of Council Tax Support or Housing Benefit from the Council. If you receive either and are aged 66 or over on 23 September 2024, you will be sent a payment automatically by the Council and do not need to complete this form.
  • live within the area covered by Manchester City Council. If you aren't sure, you can use our postcode checker.

How to use this form

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