Downing Street confirmed that no specific impact assessment was conducted to analyze the potential health vulnerabilities and risks associated with withdrawing winter fuel payments from pensioners.
A spokesperson stated that the focus was directed towards encouraging eligible pensioners to seek help, rather than conducting a broader healthcare assessment before the policy change.
The decision to remove the universal winter fuel payment for pensioners has left many concerned about its implications on health and wellness in older age.
Health Secretary Wes Streeting clarified that there was no report assessing the health impacts of the winter fuel payment cut, indicating a lack of detailed evaluation.
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