Could you be eligible for Cold Weather Payments? With the colder weather it’s important that you know what support is available to you. If you get certain benefits like Pension Credit or Universal Credit, you might get a Cold Weather Payment when it's very cold. This is a one-off payment to help pay for extra heating costs. Check here to see if you’re eligible.

Black Friday, the festive season and Boxing Day sales can leave you entering the new year feeling financially a bit worse for wear but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Start the year fresh with our tips on how to be financially savvy.