An estimated 760,000 older people are entitled to Pension Credit, but not claiming the means-tested benefit.
New Pensions Minister Torsten Bell is urging all low-income pensioners and 1950s-born women - so-called WASPI women - to check if they are eligible for an annual income boost worth £4,200, on average.
The DWP Minister said: “The Government is absolutely committed to supporting pensioners and giving them the dignity and security they deserve in retirement. MPs from all parties made repeated calls for a vote in Parliament on whether compensation should be paid. However, Mr Bell responded: “As custodians of the public purse, we must ensure that decisions are rooted in evidence and fair to everyone.
If you are a single person on the New State Pension with a total weekly income below £218.15, or part of a couple with a combined weekly income of less than £332.95, you may be eligible for Pension Credit.
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