The Government has announced changes to Winter Fuel Payments, which will come into place for this winter (2024/25).
The tax-free payment had been made to all pensioners to help with winter energy bills but will be now only be for people who were born before 23 September 1958 and get one of the following:
- Pension Credit
- Universal Credit
- income-related Employment and Support Allowance (ESA)
- income-based Jobseeker’s Allowance (JSA)
- Income Support
You’ll get a letter in October or November telling you how much Winter Fuel Payment you’ll get, if you’re eligible.
Check your Pension Credit eligibility
You may be eligible for Pension Credit but not be claiming it. Checking if you meet the criteria could mean you can get Winter Fuel Payments this year.
Even if you have modest savings, a retirement income or own your home, you could still get Pension Credit. Check your eligibility online.
