Northern Ireland

How much is the Cold Weather Payment? Eligible postcodes as Northern Ireland hit by wintery conditions

The payment was triggered for a number of postcodes in the north

The fall in inflation is ‘badly timed’ for some of the UK’s poorest households, with benefits set to be increased in line with the latest 1.7% rate
The Cold Weather Payment has been triggered for a number of postcodes in the north. (Gareth Fuller/PA)
By Mark Robinson