Overview

• Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the changes as part of cost-cutting measures aimed at raising £1.5 billion.
• Only pensioners receiving Pension Credit will now be eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment, affecting millions previously covered.
• Age UK has launched a petition against the changes, gathering over 100,000 signatures within 48 hours.
• Critics argue that many pensioners just above the Pension Credit threshold will suffer, particularly those with high energy needs.
• Supporters of the change argue it targets help to the neediest pensioners while saving public funds.