DWP drive to sign up older Brits for £3,900 pension benefit leaves 760,000 in the cold this winter

The DWP revealed that over 760,000 low-income households of older Brits will miss out on the Winter Fuel Payment despite qualifying for the benefit. Labour’s decision to means-test the payment will result in 200,000 pensioners falling into relative poverty by the end of their term, with 50,000 more facing financial hardship annually. The DWP is urging people to check their eligibility for Pension Credit before December 21 to ensure they receive the Winter Fuel Payment this winter, as many struggle with higher heating costs and the loss of the universal benefit.

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