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Citizens Advice warn that 1 in 4 will have to turn off heating this winter

Rising energy costs may force one in four people to turn off heating this winter, especially affecting vulnerable households.

Winter fuel payment cuts may force 100,000 pensioners below poverty line'

Cuts to winter fuel allowance may lead to 100,000 pensioners facing fuel poverty in England and Wales.

Starmer defends decision to cut winter fuel allowance to 'fix the foundations' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Prime Minister defends cutting winter fuel allowance, prioritizing economic stability despite potential struggles for pensioners.

Up to 50 Labour MPs could rebel over winter fuel payment live updates

Keir Starmer faces rebellion over planned winter fuel allowance cuts for pensioners, affecting millions amidst rising energy prices.

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.

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.

Citizens Advice warn that 1 in 4 will have to turn off heating this winter

Rising energy costs may force one in four people to turn off heating this winter, especially affecting vulnerable households.

Winter fuel payment cuts may force 100,000 pensioners below poverty line'

Cuts to winter fuel allowance may lead to 100,000 pensioners facing fuel poverty in England and Wales.

Starmer defends decision to cut winter fuel allowance to 'fix the foundations' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Prime Minister defends cutting winter fuel allowance, prioritizing economic stability despite potential struggles for pensioners.

Up to 50 Labour MPs could rebel over winter fuel payment live updates

Keir Starmer faces rebellion over planned winter fuel allowance cuts for pensioners, affecting millions amidst rising energy prices.

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.

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.
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Labour Party members deal a blow to Starmer a day after his appeal for unity

Labour Party rejects Starmer's winter fuel payment cuts, signaling internal dissent and public concern over targeting vulnerable pensioners while wealthy remain unaffected.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Union clashes and rule changes; what to look out for at Labour conference

Internal divisions mark Labour's conference, with significant challenges undermining the celebratory mood expected after taking power.

Labour Party members deal a blow to Starmer a day after his appeal for unity

Labour Party rejects Starmer's winter fuel payment cuts, signaling internal dissent and public concern over targeting vulnerable pensioners while wealthy remain unaffected.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Union clashes and rule changes; what to look out for at Labour conference

Internal divisions mark Labour's conference, with significant challenges undermining the celebratory mood expected after taking power.
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Winter fuel: thousands more could lose benefit if it becomes means tested, data suggests

175,000 pensioners may lose winter fuel allowance if it becomes means tested, raising concerns about welfare dependency in the UK.

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.

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.

Winter fuel: thousands more could lose benefit if it becomes means tested, data suggests

175,000 pensioners may lose winter fuel allowance if it becomes means tested, raising concerns about welfare dependency in the UK.

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.

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.
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Scotland could extend winter fuel allowance, Scottish Labour argues

Scottish Labour aims to widen winter fuel allowance access ahead of critical elections, fearing recent cuts may hurt their chances against the SNP.

Rachel Reeves defends Labour's cut to winter fuel allowance

Rachel Reeves justifies unpopular cuts as necessary for economic recovery, aiming to build a fair and opportunity-driven Britain.

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.

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.
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