The Scottish Government has reinstated a winter heating payment for pensioners following Chancellor Rachel Reeves' decision to end universal winter fuel payments for pensioners in England and Wales. The move aims to mitigate the impact of the decision and provide support to pensioners in Scotland.
Sir Keir Starmer faced embarrassment today after the Scottish Government reinstated universal energy bill assistance for the elderly. The SNP-led government at Holyrood announced that every pensioner in Scotland will receive a winter heating payment next year, despite a £160 million funding shortfall. The Chancellor Rachel Reeves had previously axed winter fuel payments for pensioners across England and Wales, prompting the Scottish Government to mitigate the decision.
The new devolved scheme will offer continued support to those already receiving pension credit or other benefits who received a £200 or £300 payment this year. All other pensioners will receive a reduced payment of £100
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