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Eligibility Period for the Cost of Living Payment
P002743 - 05 July 2022
Presentations: 1
Presenters: 0
At a Glance
This petition concerning eligibility period for the cost of living payment was presented to Parliament once by 0 MPs.
Issue Summary
The petition addresses the low uptake rate of Pension Credit, which results in a significant amount of money going unclaimed by eligible older people. The concern is that the current eligibility period for receiving the Cost of Living Payment ends on 25 May, potentially missing many who would benefit from applying later.
Action Requested
The House of Commons urges the Government to extend the eligibility period for recipients of Pension Credit to receive the Cost of Living Payment to the end of the fiscal year.
Key Facts
- Uptake rate for Pension Credit is around 60%.
- £2 billion goes unclaimed every year by older people across the UK.
- In Glasgow North East, approximately £8 million goes unclaimed annually.
- Current eligibility period ends on May 25, 2022.
- A £650 Cost of Living Payment is awarded to those in receipt of Pension Credit.
Presentation Timeline
MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.
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05 July 2022
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