Liz Kendall says there is no tension' in government over winter fuel payments

Kendall emphasized the importance of ensuring that all eligible pensioners receive pension credit, regardless of the financial implications for the government. 'I would like every pensioner who is entitled to pension credit, up to 3,900, to get it,' she stated. This expresses her commitment to supporting vulnerable seniors even amid critiques over the government's financial strategies.

Despite a campaign launched to increase awareness, Kendall revealed that 800,000 eligible pensioners have yet to apply for pension credit. She called it a 'scandal' that these individuals, many of whom are the poorest pensioners, are missing out on up to 3,900 they are entitled to. This highlights the dire need for more effective outreach and assistance in the process.

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