A letter from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) could help some Britons secure an additional £4,200 annually. The letter, sent before pension payments increase on April 7, includes a leaflet encouraging pensioners to check their eligibility for Pension Credit. Pension Credit is a means-tested benefit aimed at providing additional financial support for older people on a low income. The letter is a crucial reminder for pensioners to ensure they are receiving all the financial support they are entitled to.
One letter from the Department for Work and Pensions could help some Brits secure thousands of pounds. It comes as recent DWP figures show that 12.9 million people are currently claiming the State Pension.
It's crucial that recipients read this letter to ensure the amount they will receive is correct. An important leaflet included with the letter could potentially boost annual income by an average of £4,200. Pension Credit is the most under-claimed benefit, aimed at providing additional financial support for older people on a low income - singles and couples. Nearly 1.4 million older people across Great Britain.
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