Cost of Living Pensioners 2022-12-05
2022-12-05
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Q1
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The cost of living has increased, putting financial pressure on pensioners.
What steps is the Department taking to support pensioners with increases in the cost of living?
All pensioner households are receiving an extra £300 for energy this winter. Pension credit recipients have received a second cost of living payment of £324 in November.
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Rural pensioners face unique challenges with the cost of living crisis, including delays in receiving alternative fuel payments and increased bus ticket prices.
What steps are being taken to support rural pensioners dealing with these issues?
We are giving pensioners £850 and those on pension credit £1,500 this winter to help them manage the rising cost of living.
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The Government has introduced a £300 boost to the winter fuel payment for pensioners.
Will the Minister encourage pensioners on low incomes to apply for pension credit and access additional support?
I thank my right hon. Friend for his question. Any pensioner receiving less than £182.60 a week should look into their eligibility and claim by December 18th to receive the backdated cost of living payment.
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Pensioners are experiencing the cost of living crisis and have been left frustrated by government delays.
How many pensioners will be without heating this winter due to government delays?
The state pension has doubled since 2010, and we are providing additional payments to help with the cost of living.
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Number of pensioners expected to face heating issues
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