Recent changes announced to the Winter Fuel Allowance mean that eligible pensioners will miss out on this support, especially those who do not claim their Pension Credit before 21 December

You’ve probably worked all your life, now let Pension Credit work for you.

Thousands are missing out on the pension credits they are entitled to, because they may feel there is a stigma attached to it.

However, Pension Credit is a valuable benefit and crucially, it also unlocks other financial help such as full Housing Benefit and Council Tax Support. It also opens up eligibility for social tariffs, the Warm Home Discount, cheaper broadband, free TV licenses, lower water bills, and now the Winter Fuel Payment.

The system is there for a reason with money that has already been allocated to help people.

So, if you have not applied for this grant, or know of someone who will benefit from the grant then apply if you think you are eligible.