Are you or your partner working age? An estimated 1 million people who are entitled to Universal Credit aren’t claiming it. Even if you are in work or previously were not eligible you may be entitled. You can check quickly and easily at www.entitledto.co.uk.
Are you over state pension age? 800,000 pensioners are not claiming Pension Credit who are entitled to this extra support. You can backdate it by up to 3 months so if you make a claim before 18th December you could also be eligible for the recent £324 Cost of Living Payment. You can check your entitlement at https://www.gov.uk/pension-credit-calculator or if you don’t have access to the internet by calling The Pension Service on 0800 99 1234.