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Winter Heating Payment (Scotland)

Social Security Scotland

Description

Scotland's alternative to the Cold Weather Payment — instead of being triggered by a specific cold snap, it's a fixed annual payment of £59.75 paid once each winter to low-income households, regardless of how cold the weather actually gets. Like its England/Wales counterpart, it's paid automatically to people already receiving a qualifying benefit, with no separate application needed.

Amount

£62.00 fixed annual payment (current rate, paid December–end of February)

Deadline

Rolling / no fixed deadline

Eligibility summary

  • Available in: Scotland.
  • Open to individuals — not restricted to businesses.
  • Relevant income bands: earning under the Personal Allowance.
Notes
Paid once per winter regardless of actual weather, unlike the England/Wales Cold Weather Payment. Rate uprated annually — updated August 2026 to the current £62.00 rate (was £59.75).

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How to apply

Paid automatically if you receive a qualifying benefit — no application needed.

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Last verified: 19 August 2026. See the footer disclaimer — this is general information, not financial or tax advice.