The decision to limit winter fuel payments primarily to the poorest pensioners has emerged as a significant political crisis for the Labour government, reflecting discontent among constituents and opposition parties.
By reducing the winter fuel payment from over 11 million recipients to about 1.5 million, the Labour government aims to save 1.5 billion a year to address a government deficit of 22 billion.
Charities representing older people, various trade unions, and opposition parties have criticized the government’s decision, arguing it disproportionately affects vulnerable pensioners already struggling with heating costs.
Rachel Reeves's announcement was unexpected and not included in the Labour manifesto, leading to backlash and concern among MPs about the implications of such cuts on their constituents.
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