An estimated four million people on benefits could reduce their outgoings this winter.
A special edition of The Martin Lewis Money Show Live aired on STV on Tuesday night urging people with mental health issues not to miss out on available support. The ‘Get Britain Talking’ special also included a simple way for around four million people claiming Universal Credit to reduce their monthly outgoings, which could help ease the financial squeeze on household budgets this winter.
He urged all councils to “up your game” before giving a brief overview of how some people may be able to get a discount of up to 100 per cent off their Council Tax bill. A new system put in place last year makes it quicker for broadband providers' to check eligibility by accessing a special Department for Work and Pensions IT system - with the claimant's permission.Top Money Stories Today Benefits and social tariffs The providers listed below are taken from the latest guidance on social tariff broadband and mobile phone packages from Ofcom, direct links to websites can also be found there.
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