Gov't confirms third round of support payments

The government has confirmed a third round of support payments for struggling families this winter.

Treasury Minister Dr Alex Allinson made the announcement in Tynwald yesterday.

Energy Support Payments of £300 per household were made in April and October, with a third to be made this month.

They'll go to people on income related benefits, and will replace the Winter Bonus normally paid in January. 

Further, Family Support Payments worth up to £400 per household will go to those receiving Child Benefit.

It's estimated around £11.9m in Support has been paid to households this year.