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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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Labour Party members deal a blow to Starmer a day after his appeal for unity

Labour Party rejects Starmer's winter fuel payment cuts, signaling internal dissent and public concern over targeting vulnerable pensioners while wealthy remain unaffected.

Union clashes and rule changes; what to look out for at Labour conference

Internal divisions mark Labour's conference, with significant challenges undermining the celebratory mood expected after taking power.

Watch live: MPs debate winter fuel payment cuts for millions of pensioners

The Labour government is facing backlash over plans to cut the winter fuel allowance, with calls for a delay from several party members.

UK leader Keir Starmer says he has to make tough decisions. Some of his lawmakers are unhappy

Starmer's proposal to cut winter fuel allowances for pensioners sparks dissent within Labour, reflecting challenges in economic policymaking post-Conservative government.

UK government has no choice' but to cut winter fuel payment, says minister

The UK government is compelled to cut the winter fuel allowance due to difficult public finance circumstances.

Treasury has tried to push previous chancellors to means-test winter fuel allowance

The debate over means-testing the winter fuel allowance reflects significant political tension and concerns over transparency within the Labour Party.

Labour Party members deal a blow to Starmer a day after his appeal for unity

Labour Party rejects Starmer's winter fuel payment cuts, signaling internal dissent and public concern over targeting vulnerable pensioners while wealthy remain unaffected.

Union clashes and rule changes; what to look out for at Labour conference

Internal divisions mark Labour's conference, with significant challenges undermining the celebratory mood expected after taking power.

Watch live: MPs debate winter fuel payment cuts for millions of pensioners

The Labour government is facing backlash over plans to cut the winter fuel allowance, with calls for a delay from several party members.

UK leader Keir Starmer says he has to make tough decisions. Some of his lawmakers are unhappy

Starmer's proposal to cut winter fuel allowances for pensioners sparks dissent within Labour, reflecting challenges in economic policymaking post-Conservative government.

UK government has no choice' but to cut winter fuel payment, says minister

The UK government is compelled to cut the winter fuel allowance due to difficult public finance circumstances.

Treasury has tried to push previous chancellors to means-test winter fuel allowance

The debate over means-testing the winter fuel allowance reflects significant political tension and concerns over transparency within the Labour Party.
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Winter fuel: thousands more could lose benefit if it becomes means tested, data suggests

175,000 pensioners may lose winter fuel allowance if it becomes means tested, raising concerns about welfare dependency in the UK.

Will we freeze to death?': trepidation in England's snowiest village over loss of winter fuel payment

The potential abolition of winter fuel payments raises concerns for vulnerable residents in Copley, especially during harsh winter months.

Pensions to receive a 400 boost this winter - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Strong wage growth could mean a boost of over £400 for pensioners this winter, despite the scrapping of winter fuel allowance.

Winter fuel: thousands more could lose benefit if it becomes means tested, data suggests

175,000 pensioners may lose winter fuel allowance if it becomes means tested, raising concerns about welfare dependency in the UK.

Will we freeze to death?': trepidation in England's snowiest village over loss of winter fuel payment

The potential abolition of winter fuel payments raises concerns for vulnerable residents in Copley, especially during harsh winter months.

Pensions to receive a 400 boost this winter - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Strong wage growth could mean a boost of over £400 for pensioners this winter, despite the scrapping of winter fuel allowance.
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Scotland could extend winter fuel allowance, Scottish Labour argues

Scottish Labour aims to widen winter fuel allowance access ahead of critical elections, fearing recent cuts may hurt their chances against the SNP.

Rachel Reeves defends Labour's cut to winter fuel allowance

Rachel Reeves justifies unpopular cuts as necessary for economic recovery, aiming to build a fair and opportunity-driven Britain.

State pension set to rise by 400 amid criticism of winter fuel allowance cuts

The UK Government is expected to raise the state pension significantly to counter criticism of means-testing the winter fuel allowance.

Average annual energy bill to rise by 10% to 1,717 in Great Britain from October

Energy bills in Great Britain rise by 10% due to increased price cap, reaching an average of £1,717 amid geopolitical and weather-related energy price volatility.
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