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Cuts to the winter fuel allowance will increase pensioner poverty significantly in the coming years.

The government limits winter fuel payments to pension credit claimants, sparking criticism and concern for vulnerable pensioners' wellbeing.

The DWP is urging pensioners to check eligibility for Pension Credit due to changes in Winter Fuel Payment eligibility.

The government plans to limit winter fuel payments to pensioners with pension credit, impacting millions living in poverty.

The Liberal Democrats urge an extension of the winter fuel payment application deadline to protect vulnerable pensioners from missing out.

Many pensioners will face delays in receiving Winter Fuel Payments due to a backlog in Pension Credit claims.

Rachel Reeves' cut to pensioner winter fuel payments may yield significantly lower savings due to rising claims for pension credit.

Projected savings from cuts to winter fuel payments are undermined by increased pension credit claims, challenging the fiscal strategy.

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

Martin Lewis criticized the means-testing of winter fuel payments, highlighting that it may disadvantage vulnerable pensioners who are unaware of their eligibility.

The Labour government faces tough decisions regarding winter fuel payments due to financial constraints.

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

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

Tower Hamlets is restoring Winter Fuel Allowance payments for 1,500 pensioners, addressing the impact of government cuts amid rising winter temperatures.

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Pensioners must check Winter Fuel Payment eligibility under new rules affecting income thresholds and access to benefits.

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

Over two-thirds of the borough's retirees are ineligible for Pension Credit, facing upcoming challenges in meeting energy costs this winter.

Pensioners face significant hardships due to cuts in winter fuel payments linked to Pension Credit eligibility thresholds.

Many retirees could be eligible for pension credit, allowing for additional financial support despite having income over the standard threshold.