Pensioners warned over winter fuel payment as key deadline hours away

The Independent relies on donations to cover important stories on reproductive rights, climate change, and Big Tech, providing unbiased reporting accessible to all. Pensioners must apply for pension credit by December 21 to qualify for the winter fuel payment, with 760,000 eligible households not claiming. The government urges pensioners to check their eligibility for pension credit, which can lead to a top-up of up to £300 in winter fuel payment.

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