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Unite union may bring legal action over winter fuel payments

The Unite union urges reversal of winter fuel payment cuts for pensioners, threatening judicial review over the government's lack of assessment on its impact.

Ministers fear 120,000 most vulnerable pensioners to miss out on winter fuel payments

The government warns that vulnerable pensioners risk missing winter fuel payments amid a controversial policy change, urging them to apply for pension credits.

How to avoid having to pay back winter fuel payments as pensioners warned

Eligibility for winter fuel payments has changed to means-tested, impacting pensioners' financial planning and responsibilities.

Minister defends winter fuel payment cut: No pensioner will be worse off this year'

No pensioner will be worse off this winter despite the winter fuel payment cut.

What is the winter fuel payment? MSPs favour Swinney's call for winter fuel payments to be restored for all

Scottish Parliament urges UK government to reverse winter fuel payment cuts to protect pensioners' ability to live comfortably.

Rachel Reeves warned winter fuel payment cuts won't save as much money as expected

Controversial cuts to winter fuel payments for pensioners may not provide the expected savings due to a surge in pension credit claims.

Unite union may bring legal action over winter fuel payments

The Unite union urges reversal of winter fuel payment cuts for pensioners, threatening judicial review over the government's lack of assessment on its impact.

Ministers fear 120,000 most vulnerable pensioners to miss out on winter fuel payments

The government warns that vulnerable pensioners risk missing winter fuel payments amid a controversial policy change, urging them to apply for pension credits.

How to avoid having to pay back winter fuel payments as pensioners warned

Eligibility for winter fuel payments has changed to means-tested, impacting pensioners' financial planning and responsibilities.

Minister defends winter fuel payment cut: No pensioner will be worse off this year'

No pensioner will be worse off this winter despite the winter fuel payment cut.

What is the winter fuel payment? MSPs favour Swinney's call for winter fuel payments to be restored for all

Scottish Parliament urges UK government to reverse winter fuel payment cuts to protect pensioners' ability to live comfortably.

Rachel Reeves warned winter fuel payment cuts won't save as much money as expected

Controversial cuts to winter fuel payments for pensioners may not provide the expected savings due to a surge in pension credit claims.
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It has a political vision': five viewpoints on Reeves's first budget

The winter fuel allowance changes highlight the disparities in impact among pensioners, with some feeling financially stable despite cuts.

More than 120,000 London pensioners at risk of losing winter fuel payment despite eligibility

127,000 London pensioners risk losing winter fuel allowance despite being eligible; they must claim pension credit by December to retain it.

'People voted for change' and Starmer must reverse the 'cruel' cut to winter fuel payment - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Sharon Graham criticizes Labour's cut to the winter fuel allowance, calling it cruel and urging reversal to aid 10 million affected pensioners.

780,000 eligible pensioners to lose out on fuel payment - DWP

Around 780,000 pensioners may lose winter fuel allowance due to not applying for pension credit, according to government analysis.

We'll get the blame': tensions simmer within Labour over winter fuel cut

The winter fuel allowance cut passed despite significant MP opposition and raised concerns over the impact on vulnerable pensioners during rising energy costs.

Critics of winter fuel payment cut to fight on after government wins vote

Starmer must address Labour MP concerns about support for low-income pensioners in next month's budget.

It has a political vision': five viewpoints on Reeves's first budget

The winter fuel allowance changes highlight the disparities in impact among pensioners, with some feeling financially stable despite cuts.

More than 120,000 London pensioners at risk of losing winter fuel payment despite eligibility

127,000 London pensioners risk losing winter fuel allowance despite being eligible; they must claim pension credit by December to retain it.

'People voted for change' and Starmer must reverse the 'cruel' cut to winter fuel payment - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Sharon Graham criticizes Labour's cut to the winter fuel allowance, calling it cruel and urging reversal to aid 10 million affected pensioners.

780,000 eligible pensioners to lose out on fuel payment - DWP

Around 780,000 pensioners may lose winter fuel allowance due to not applying for pension credit, according to government analysis.

We'll get the blame': tensions simmer within Labour over winter fuel cut

The winter fuel allowance cut passed despite significant MP opposition and raised concerns over the impact on vulnerable pensioners during rising energy costs.

Critics of winter fuel payment cut to fight on after government wins vote

Starmer must address Labour MP concerns about support for low-income pensioners in next month's budget.
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What the papers say October 29

Labour's first post-election Budget focuses on NHS revival amid warnings of potential service cutbacks and tax increases.
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Couple given go-ahead to sue governments over winter fuel payment

Scottish couple seeks legal reversal of the scrapped universal winter fuel benefit, claiming inadequate government consultation and unlawful decision.

'I will miss out on winter fuel payment by 3'

Government cuts will financially strain many pensioners, forcing them to continue working beyond retirement age.

Mapped: How did my MP vote in the winter fuel allowance motion?

The UK Government's proposal to limit winter fuel payments to the poorest pensioners faces significant opposition, reducing its majority in Parliament.

What is the winter fuel payment and how can I still claim it?

The government is withdrawing support for winter fuel payments for many pensioners, limiting assistance to those on low incomes.

Four million pensioners face council tax hike as single-person discount under threat

Potential removal of the single occupier council tax discount could worsen financial stress for millions of pensioners.

Winter fuel pay decision brutal' and could lead to deaths, says Labour MP

Scrapping winter fuel payments for pensioners could lead to serious health consequences and even fatalities, according to MP Rosie Duffield.

Couple given go-ahead to sue governments over winter fuel payment

Scottish couple seeks legal reversal of the scrapped universal winter fuel benefit, claiming inadequate government consultation and unlawful decision.

'I will miss out on winter fuel payment by 3'

Government cuts will financially strain many pensioners, forcing them to continue working beyond retirement age.

Mapped: How did my MP vote in the winter fuel allowance motion?

The UK Government's proposal to limit winter fuel payments to the poorest pensioners faces significant opposition, reducing its majority in Parliament.

What is the winter fuel payment and how can I still claim it?

The government is withdrawing support for winter fuel payments for many pensioners, limiting assistance to those on low incomes.

Four million pensioners face council tax hike as single-person discount under threat

Potential removal of the single occupier council tax discount could worsen financial stress for millions of pensioners.

Winter fuel pay decision brutal' and could lead to deaths, says Labour MP

Scrapping winter fuel payments for pensioners could lead to serious health consequences and even fatalities, according to MP Rosie Duffield.
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Kingston vulnerable pensioners to get winter fuel aid despite cut to payments

Kingston Council is providing urgent winter fuel support to vulnerable pensioners impacted by cuts in government payments.

Pension credit warning as people face massive delays

Pensioners facing delays in claiming welfare payments
Efforts to increase uptake of pension credit are ongoing

Hundreds of thousands of people could be eligible for cost-of-living payment

Pensioners urged to check eligibility for cost-of-living payment
Pension Credit provides financial support for low-income pensioners

Kingston vulnerable pensioners to get winter fuel aid despite cut to payments

Kingston Council is providing urgent winter fuel support to vulnerable pensioners impacted by cuts in government payments.

Pension credit warning as people face massive delays

Pensioners facing delays in claiming welfare payments
Efforts to increase uptake of pension credit are ongoing

Hundreds of thousands of people could be eligible for cost-of-living payment

Pensioners urged to check eligibility for cost-of-living payment
Pension Credit provides financial support for low-income pensioners
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How to claim Winter Fuel Payment and when is the deadline to apply?

The winter fuel payment eligibility has changed to only those receiving pension credit, affecting vulnerable pensioners.

Four in five pensioners struggling with finances will see winter fuel payment cut

Many pensioners face losing winter fuel payments due to new means-testing, raising concerns about poverty among vulnerable seniors.

What Is The Winter Fuel Payment, How Much Is It And Who Will Benefit From It?

The Winter Fuel Payment assists older individuals with heating costs during winter, with adjusted eligibility and payment amounts.

Bromley pensioners 'disgusted' by 'devastating' decision to cut Winter Fuel payments

The reduction in Winter Fuel Payments has sparked outrage among pensioners relying on this financial support amidst rising living costs.

Nearly 800,000 pensioners entitled to winter fuel payments will lose it, figures show

The UK government plans to cut winter fuel payments for 780,000 pensioners, primarily affecting low-income and disabled individuals, to address financial shortfalls.

Winter fuel: 780,000 UK pensioners entitled to payment will lose it

The government's means-testing approach threatens winter fuel payments for over 780,000 eligible pensioners, disproportionately affecting vulnerable groups.

How to claim Winter Fuel Payment and when is the deadline to apply?

The winter fuel payment eligibility has changed to only those receiving pension credit, affecting vulnerable pensioners.

Four in five pensioners struggling with finances will see winter fuel payment cut

Many pensioners face losing winter fuel payments due to new means-testing, raising concerns about poverty among vulnerable seniors.

What Is The Winter Fuel Payment, How Much Is It And Who Will Benefit From It?

The Winter Fuel Payment assists older individuals with heating costs during winter, with adjusted eligibility and payment amounts.

Bromley pensioners 'disgusted' by 'devastating' decision to cut Winter Fuel payments

The reduction in Winter Fuel Payments has sparked outrage among pensioners relying on this financial support amidst rising living costs.

Nearly 800,000 pensioners entitled to winter fuel payments will lose it, figures show

The UK government plans to cut winter fuel payments for 780,000 pensioners, primarily affecting low-income and disabled individuals, to address financial shortfalls.

Winter fuel: 780,000 UK pensioners entitled to payment will lose it

The government's means-testing approach threatens winter fuel payments for over 780,000 eligible pensioners, disproportionately affecting vulnerable groups.
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Labour, CGT and a horror show just before Halloween - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Labour government's initial grace period has ended due to scandals and unpopular policies, with low-income pensioners particularly affected.
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Budget 2025 missed chance to lift thousands of children out of poverty, says ESRI

Inflation pressures persist, risking increased poverty among low-income and fixed-income households due to reduced cost-of-living measures.
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Start time and how to watch Starmer's Labour party conference speech

Sir Keir Starmer aims to promote hope and necessary change in response to criticism during his Labour conference speech.

Winter fuel payment: Labour accused of punishing' pensioners after allowance cut

Labour's decision to cut winter fuel allowance is seen as punitive against pensioners, but justified by addressing financial deficits.

Will Labour's cold winter of cuts be worth it? podcast

Keir Starmer's leadership faces challenges over tough decisions affecting welfare policies, particularly concerning the winter fuel payment for pensioners.

What is the winter fuel payment and who gets it? Sir Keir Starmer faces rebellion over credit reform

Labour MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy expressed concerns over limiting pensioners' access to winter fuel payments to those on pension credit only.

Austerity is still austerity, even under a Labour government | William Keegan

Chancellor Reeves blames the previous government for economic challenges while failing to address present difficulties faced by citizens, particularly pensioners.

Start time and how to watch Starmer's Labour party conference speech

Sir Keir Starmer aims to promote hope and necessary change in response to criticism during his Labour conference speech.

Winter fuel payment: Labour accused of punishing' pensioners after allowance cut

Labour's decision to cut winter fuel allowance is seen as punitive against pensioners, but justified by addressing financial deficits.

Will Labour's cold winter of cuts be worth it? podcast

Keir Starmer's leadership faces challenges over tough decisions affecting welfare policies, particularly concerning the winter fuel payment for pensioners.

What is the winter fuel payment and who gets it? Sir Keir Starmer faces rebellion over credit reform

Labour MP Bell Ribeiro-Addy expressed concerns over limiting pensioners' access to winter fuel payments to those on pension credit only.

Austerity is still austerity, even under a Labour government | William Keegan

Chancellor Reeves blames the previous government for economic challenges while failing to address present difficulties faced by citizens, particularly pensioners.
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Thamesmead residents hold sit-in to save Lesnes Estate from demolition

Pensioners occupy property on Lesnes Estate to prevent demolition for new development.

Emojis, ringtones and loudspeakers - 10 tech signs you're part of the older generation

Having the latest technology doesn't equate to being up-to-date with younger generations' tech habits.
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