Community pharmacists are local health professionals trusted by their patients and customers - it’s why the Department for Work and Pensions has asked the NPA to cascade this message about the cost of living payments.
Millions of people on means-tested benefits will receive the first of two cost of living instalments totalling £650 from 14 July 2022, as part of a £37 billion government package to help families with cost of living pressures.
The first £326 instalment for qualifying low-income households in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland by their usual payment method from 14 July 2022, continuing to the end of the month. For those eligible, the rest will follow in a second instalment in the autumn.
People receiving tax credits and no other eligible benefits will receive their first payment from HMRC in autumn and the second in winter.
In total, millions of vulnerable households will receive at least £1,200 from the Government this year to help cover rising costs. There are specific payments for those on means tested benefits, for pensioners, those on disability benefits and to help people with energy bills.
There is also helpful information about further support available on the Cost of Living Campaign Website.
To help further raise awareness, there is a Cost of Living stakeholder toolkit packed with material for you to use and share with your contacts.