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www.bbc.com
4 days ago
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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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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They've robbed us': UK pensioners on losing the winter fuel payment

Many pensioners will lose winter fuel allowances, leaving only the poorest eligible for support this winter. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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MPs back cuts to winter fuel payments in Commons vote

Labour MPs' abstentions during the winter fuel allowance vote indicate significant internal dissent and potential risks for party unity. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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Chancellor faces down would-be rebels ahead of winter fuel payment vote

The decision to scrap the winter fuel allowance is necessary to address significant gaps in the public finances, despite potential impacts on vulnerable pensioners. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
4 days ago
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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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

They've robbed us': UK pensioners on losing the winter fuel payment

Many pensioners will lose winter fuel allowances, leaving only the poorest eligible for support this winter. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

MPs back cuts to winter fuel payments in Commons vote

Labour MPs' abstentions during the winter fuel allowance vote indicate significant internal dissent and potential risks for party unity. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Chancellor faces down would-be rebels ahead of winter fuel payment vote

The decision to scrap the winter fuel allowance is necessary to address significant gaps in the public finances, despite potential impacts on vulnerable pensioners. [ more ]
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www.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
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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. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
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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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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Up to 50 Labour MPs could rebel over cut to winter fuel allowance

Labour MPs are divided over winter fuel allowance cuts, with up to 50 planning to abstain despite party leadership urging support. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
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Starmer to face test next week as MPs vote on limiting winter fuel allowance

Starmer may face dissent from Labour MPs over winter fuel allowance cuts.
Means-testing could negatively impact many vulnerable pensioners this winter.
Chancellor Reeves emphasized the importance of pension credit sign-ups. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

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. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Up to 50 Labour MPs could rebel over cut to winter fuel allowance

Labour MPs are divided over winter fuel allowance cuts, with up to 50 planning to abstain despite party leadership urging support. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Starmer to face test next week as MPs vote on limiting winter fuel allowance

Starmer may face dissent from Labour MPs over winter fuel allowance cuts.
Means-testing could negatively impact many vulnerable pensioners this winter.
Chancellor Reeves emphasized the importance of pension credit sign-ups. [ more ]
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www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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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. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago
London

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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 week ago
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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. [ more ]
London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 weeks ago
London

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. [ more ]
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Business Matters
1 week ago
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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. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
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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. [ more ]
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