Overview

• All households in England and Wales with a recipient above State Pension age and taxable income at or below £35,000 will automatically qualify for this winter’s fuel payment.
• Pensioners earning above the income threshold will still receive up to £300 but will have the amount reclaimed by HMRC through PAYE or self-assessment.
• Interest from savings held outside ISAs is counted as taxable income, risking eligibility for those with modest deposits.
• Eligibility hinges on being a resident and of qualifying pension age between September 15 and 21, 2025.
• Those excluded can claim alternative support such as Pension Credit, the Warm Home Discount, Housing Benefit, Attendance Allowance, or Carer’s Allowance.