Full list of benefits that qualify for £300 Winter Fuel Payment
manchestereveningnews.co.ukThis year, millions of people on specific benefits are set to receive a financial boost from the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP) to aid with their heating expenses.
A decision by the government will dramatically change who qualifies for the Winter Fuel Payment this year, slashing access to this aid for a significant number of pensioners.
Labour's strategy intends to pare down the recipient base for the Winter Fuel Payment an award that can reach £300 targeting it based on means-testing.
Contrasting with last year when every pensioner automatically qualified for this single-time transfer which commonly hits accounts starting in November, the current policy dictates only those on Pension Credit or select other entitlements will see the money this season.
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