The boss of Octopus Energy said energy suppliers should “help” the Government and provide extra support to older people who have lost their winter fuel payments. Greg Jackson, who founded Octopus in 2016, told the PA news agency: “We all know there are some people who get the winter fuel allowance who don’t need it… Read More »
Rachel Reeves is under fire for cutting winter fuel payments. via Bloomberg via Bloomberg via Getty Images On May 1st, Keir Starmer He could not be clearer about his stance on whether every pensioner should continue to receive their winter fuel payment from the government. The then leader of the opposition made it clear to… Read More »
Nearly half a million people have signed an online petition organised by Age UK calling on the UK Government to reverse its decision to introduce means testing for Winter Fuel Payments. The charity launched its campaign following Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ announcement at the end of July, and the legislation was rushed through parliament on 22… Read More »
Sir Keir Starmer has been asked to review his decision to cancel winter fuel payments for 10 million pensioners after regulator Ofgem revealed household energy bills would rise by £150 in October. The Prime Minister has warned that the double blow could be catastrophic for low and middle-income pensioners and those struggling with health problems.… Read More »
Nearly one million pensioners are being encouraged to see if they qualify for a £3,900 income boost from the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) that will give them access to Winter Fuel Payments. Last month, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced that the annual allowance, designed to help with winter heating costs, will no longer be… Read More »