'With the winter fuel payments, I was able to keep the heating on constantly so I could control it at that temperature. I live in an old bungalow and some of the rooms are poorly insulated, so when the heating is off overnight, it can get very cold.' Philip Mulholland’s story illustrates the dire consequences of losing vital winter fuel payments for vulnerable pensioners.
'For the older generation, this financial blow follows Rachel Reeves' decision to means test the winter fuel payment for pensioners in order to tackle a £22bn black hole in this year's budget.' This decision affects around 10 million pensioners, highlighting the ongoing struggles they face.
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