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Martin Lewis urges people to check whether they’re eligible for bereavement payouts

A law change that came into force in February 2023 means that for the first time non-married parents can claim bereavement benefits too.

Martin Lewis urges people to check whether they are entitled to a backdated bereavement support payment or widowed parent’s allowance.

Speaking to ĢƵ Radio 5 Live, he said: “If your partner died since 2001 and you’re not married, you had children and you were cohabiting, urgently check out whether you’re entitled to a backdated bereavement support payment or widowed parent’s allowance.”

“After the 8th of February, you won’t be able to get the backdated claims.”

This clip was originally from Nihal Arthanayake on 17th January 2024.

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