UK households can claim over £8 ,000 in benefits and cost of living cash this winter. At a time where the Cost of Living crisis continues to bite, there are ways to help maximise your money and stay afloat.

Families can claim over £8,000 in benefits and free cash. The support is a lifeline for many families struggling with the cost-of-living this winter.

There are several free online benefit calculators that you can use to see how much you might be able to claim and via which benefit. For a family on a low income, the total support available can add up to £41,742 a year, according to one report.

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The amount of Universal Credit you receive depends on your household's specific circumstances, including your age, liv

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