One of the biggest problems facing households in the UK in recent years has been the rising cost of living. Many families are finding it difficult to keep up with their daily expenses as a result of inflation, rising food prices, and rising energy costs. The £500 Cost of Living Payment in September 2025, a new financial assistance measure announced by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) in 2025, is intended to alleviate this pressure. Millions of low-income households that rely on benefits or struggle to pay for necessities are intended to benefit from this verified assistance.