7 hours ago DWP Winter Fuel Payment warning to nearly 800,000 people over State Pension age

Older people who submit a new application for Pension Credit before December 21, 2025 will also be entitled to a backdated Winter Fuel Payment of up to £300.

Events

26 hours ago People on Basic State Pension of less than £406 each month could be due extra DWP payment

There are also 760,000 older people eligible for Pension Credit not claiming the £3,900 annual income top-up.

Economics

29 hours ago Pension Credit barriers which may be stopping 760,000 older people claiming £3,900 annual DWP top

A successful new claim for Pension Credit can unlock access to Winter Fuel Payments, help with housing costs and Council Tax.

Economics

29 hours ago DWP issues 'be alert' warning to anyone claiming Universal Credit, PIP and state pension

The DWP issues the majority of benefit payments in the UK, including the state pension, Universal Credit, Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Attendance Allowance, and Jobseeker's Allowance (JSA)

Events

30 hours ago People over State Pension age need to claim Winter Fuel Payment before deadline next month

Successful new claims for Pension Credit made before December 21 will also qualify for a backdated Winter Fuel Payment.

Economics

32 hours ago Millions of people born in these years to get £5,000 boost in DWP letter

The DWP has issued a warning to thousands of married women over State Pension back payments after the National Insurance contributions mix-up

Economics