Thousands of pensioners to get £200 bank boost to replace Winter Fuel Payment

Fuel duty hike is double blow after Winter Fuel Payment loss, says pensioner

1Council revealed on Tuesday that 3,000 pensioners who would miss out on the winter fuel payment this year will now be given the £200 helping hand.

The money will be given to pensioners who do not qualify for pensioners tax credit - but do receive council tax support.Letters will be sent directly to those eligible which they can exchange for the £200 at any post office, so there is no need to apply, local authorities said.Council, said: “We have looked at how best to support the most vulnerable pensioners following the Government’s cruel decision to scrap the winter fuel payments for most pensioners.

“The money will be in people’s pockets before Christmas, going someway to help older people who may be struggling with high bills this winter.

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