Time is running out to submit a claim
The Department for Work and Pensions is warning people of State Pension age they only have until next week to qualify for the UK Government’s £650 cost of living payment. To be eligible for the extra financial support, all new claims for Pension Credit should be submitted no later than Thursday, August 18.
“We would like to ensure everyone who is eligible for Pension Credit, claims it as soon as possible so they do not miss out on the cost of living payment. Pensioners, or friends or relatives on their behalf, can use this calculator to check if they qualify.” It is estimated that one in three people receiving State Pension are eligible for Pension Credit, but many may not have the technology to access it online to make a claim. Below is everything you need to know about the benefit to make a claim for yourself, a family member or friend.
Other help if you get Pension Credit If you qualify for Pension Credit you can also get other help, such as: Before this DWP change, a mixed age couple could be eligible to claim the more generous State Pension age benefits when just one of them reached State Pension age.You’ll need the same details for your partner if you have one.Once you have answered these questions, a summary screen shows your responses, allowing you to go back and change any answers before submitting.
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