Claim missing £300 Winter Fuel Payment by Jan 28
The DWP urges pensioners missing their Winter Fuel Payment of up to £300 to contact the helpline by January 28, 2026. Check eligibility and claim details here.
Category : Senior Citizens
Pensioners Missing £1,339 in Unclaimed State Benefits
A shocking report reveals 74% of eligible pensioner homeowners fail to claim benefits like Pension Credit, losing £1,339 a year. Experts urge a five-minute check to unlock vital income.
Pensioners missing out on thousands in tax relief
Millions of pension savers are failing to claim vital tax rebates, sacrificing thousands of pounds. Experts warn higher-rate taxpayers must act now to reclaim money from HMRC.
Compulsory eye tests for over-70s drivers in England
Drivers over 70 in England will need mandatory eyesight tests under Labour's new Road Safety Strategy, aiming to prevent vision-related accidents and align with European standards.
Freedom Pass for 400k London Retirees Under Threat
A review could scrap or restrict the free transport Freedom Pass for Londoners over 66. Critics call it unfair and a 'ticking time bomb' for council budgets. Read the latest.
Over-70s Face New Eyesight Tests for Driving Licence
Drivers over 70 must pass mandatory eyesight tests to renew their licence under a new UK road safety strategy. The plan aims to cut road deaths.
453,000 expats denied state pension increase
Over 450,000 British pensioners living abroad will miss out on the April state pension rise, despite a £575 annual boost for UK residents. Campaigners demand an end to 'frozen' pensions.
1.2 million could lose free bus passes in London
A major review threatens free travel for over 1.2 million over-60s and pensioners as costs soar. Find out what changes could be coming.
State Pension to rise 4.8% for over 12 million
The DWP announces a 4.8% State Pension increase from April 2026, benefiting over 12 million retirees. Find out about the Triple Lock commitment and extra cost of living support.
Pensioners urged on heating change as storm hits
The Met Office urges over-65s to keep homes at 18°C as yellow and amber weather warnings for snow, ice, and wind are issued. Essential advice for staying warm and safe during the cold snap.
Free Irish Dance Class for Over-55s in Manchester
Join a free Irish dancing social for over-55s in Manchester this January. Part of the Get Moving campaign with Yakult and Royal Voluntary Service, it's a fun way to stay active. Booking essential.
2m Pensioners to Get HMRC Tax Letters
Over 1.3 million people received unexpected tax bills last year, with figures set to hit 2 million. Find out why pensioners are being targeted.
Pensioner's six-month wait for DWP underpayment answer
A furious retiree waited half a year for the DWP to respond to a state pension underpayment query. Pensions expert Becky O'Connor intervened. Read the full story.
DWP to increase state pension payments by £1,265
Millions of UK pensioners will see a significant income boost from April 2026 as the DWP hikes the Basic State Pension and Pension Credit. Find out how much more you could get.
Major Update on Free Bus Passes for Over-60s
MPs debate extending free bus travel to all over-60s in England today. A 100,000-signature petition demands change. Will England align with Scotland, Wales & NI?
State pensioners receive £150 Warm Home Discount boost
UK state pensioners are receiving a £150 Warm Home Discount. Find out if you're eligible and what to do if you don't get a letter by early January 2026.
DWP Winter Fuel Payment Increase for State Pensioners
Thousands of state pensioners will see their Winter Fuel Payment rise by £100 to £300 this winter. Find out if your birth year qualifies you for the extra DWP support.
Arthritis sufferers may claim £441 a month benefit
Millions of older people with arthritis could be missing out on up to £441.40 per month in Attendance Allowance. This non-means-tested benefit helps with daily living costs. Check your eligibility now.
DWP's £25 Cold Weather Payments start for benefit claimants
Thousands on Pension Credit and Universal Credit receive automatic £25 payments as freezing temperatures trigger DWP support. Find out if you're eligible.
Lord's driving ban sparks over-70s road safety debate
An 82-year-old peer's second driving ban this year has reignited concerns about the self-assessment system for older drivers in the UK. Discover the details and the wider debate.
Pensioners can claim £200 emergency cost-of-living payments
Low-income state pensioners struggling with bills can apply for emergency cash grants via the Household Support Fund. Local councils are distributing funds to help with heating and food costs.
Extra DWP Support for Private Renting Pensioners
State pensioners in private rentals may get additional DWP support if the triple lock is reformed. Experts warn the current system is unsustainable. Read the full analysis.
Pensioners issued £1,000 tax warning over frozen allowance
Exclusive: Pensioners relying solely on the state pension could be hit with a £1,000 tax bill by 2029. Chancellor's new policy offers a lifeline, but the frozen personal allowance creates a looming threshold. Read the full analysis.
State pension to rise by 4.8% from April 2026
Millions of UK pensioners will see their income rise from April 2026, with the full state pension increasing by £575. Discover how the triple lock impacts your payments.
State pensioners can boost payments by deferring claim
UK state pensioners aged 66+ can increase their weekly DWP payments by 1% for every nine weeks they defer. Learn how automatic deferral and lump sum options work.
Petition calls for council tax exemption for all pensioners
A new parliamentary petition demands the Labour government and local councils exempt all state pensioners from council tax to ease financial pressures. Over 4,000 have signed.
State pensioners to get £1,900 boost by 2029
Millions of UK state pensioners are set for a £1,900 income increase by 2029 due to the triple lock. Labour commits to the policy, contrasting with Tory uncertainty. Read the full forecast.
£305 Winter Heating Payment for Scottish Pensioners
Over 880,000 Scottish pensioners are receiving a new Pension Age Winter Heating Payment of up to £305.10 to help with soaring energy costs this winter. Find out if you're eligible.
Claim an extra £5,496 DWP pension if you're over 80
UK pensioners aged 80+ with a low basic State Pension could be eligible for an annual top-up of £5,496.40. Learn the eligibility rules and how to claim this vital DWP support.
DWP January State Pension Dates Set by NI Number
Your National Insurance number's final two digits determine when your DWP state pension arrives in January. Learn your payment day and key pension facts.
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