No further pensioner support over winter fuel - No 10

Published On Sep 9, 2024, 11:42 AM

Chancellor Rachel Reeves has proposed cutting winter fuel payments for more than nine million pensioners in the UK, introducing means testing to focus assistance on those who need it most. This decision, which follows concerns over a 'black hole' in the budget left by the previous Conservative government, has drawn criticism from some Labour MPs and charities, who fear it may leave many pensioners struggling during the winter. The Labour government plans to proceed with the cuts, emphasizing a commitment to the triple-lock system for state pensions, which is expected to rise significantly in April.