The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is launching a ‘Pension Credit Week of Action’ from Monday, June 12 until Friday, June 16
The Department for Work and Pensions is launching a ‘Pension Credit Week of Action’ from Monday, June 12 until Friday, June 16, as part of its ongoing efforts to encourage more older people to claim the passport benefit worth more than £3,500 a year on average.
Earlier this week, Pensions Minister Laura Trott MP, shared that around 21,000 new claims for Pension Credit were received in the two weeks leading up to May19 - an increase of 171 per cent. This was due to the eligibility cut-off date for the £301 means-tested cost of living payment as successful claims for Pension Credit could be backdated to the qualifying period.
Some older people think because they have savings or own their home they would not be eligible for the ‘gateway’ benefit which can also provide access to help with housing costs, heating bills and Council Tax. Top Money Stories Today Who should check for Pension Credit eligibility If you are over 65 and reached State Pension age before April 6, 2016, you could still qualify for Pension Credit if your weekly income is less than:If you qualify for Pension Credit you can also get other help, such as:
All you have to do then is follow the link to the application page to find out exactly what you will get from the DWP, including access to other financial support.
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