The Fuel Allowance for 2020/21 began on September 28, 2020 and ran for 28 weeks until April 9, 2021. The final details of the Fuel Allowance will be announced in the upcoming release of Budget 2022. However, going on last year's dates, the new season would be from Monday, September 27, 2021 until April 8, 2022.

Is there a winter fuel payment in 2020?

The Winter Fuel Payment is an annual, tax-free payment, to help with the costs of heating. The qualifying week for winter 2020 to 2021 is the 21 to 27 September 2020. ... This year, the payment has changed.

How much is the fuel allowance in 2021?

The Fuel Allowance is €28 per week for 28 weeks. It was announced in Budget 2022 that the weekly rate of Fuel Allowance will increase by €5 from 12 October 2021. You can also be paid in 2 lump sums of €392. The first lump sum of €392 will be paid the week beginning the 27 September 2021.