Money expert Martin Lewis has issued an urgent plea to pensioners to check their eligibility for the Winter Fuel Payment, highlighting changes that now only include those on Pension Credit. He emphasizes that around 880,000 eligible pensioners may miss this vital benefit unless they take action.
This winter marks a significant change where only pensioners receiving Pension Credit can qualify for the Winter Fuel Payment, leaving many without this financial assistance for heating costs during cold months.
Mr. Lewis urges pensioners to assess their situations against the updated Pension Credit thresholds, indicating that anyone on 218 a week or below should apply, as they could be qualifying for additional funds.
With an 8.5 percent increase in the Pension Credit threshold implemented in April, it's crucial for those denied previously to reconsider their eligibility as financial assistance structures shift.
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