The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has sent letters to millions of state pensioners between October 7 and November 4, explaining crucial changes to Winter Fuel Payment eligibility. The letters detail updates to the payment system and urge recipients to check if they qualify for Pension Credit, which would maintain their eligibility for the energy bill support. The communication campaign comes as part of a significant shake-up to the winter payment scheme, which provides up to £300 in heating bill assistance. The letters are specifically targeting pensioners who would have received the …
