The rules surrounding the Winter Fuel Payment have changed this year in a move that could see pensioners lose up to £300 in energy bill support. Last month, Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirmed the allowance would be means-tested going forward in a controversial move for the new Labour Government. What is the Winter Fuel Payment? This is a benefit that offers households a concession on their heating bills if they were born before September 23, 1958. Those of state pension are able to claim £300 in financial assistance from the Winter Fuel Payment. However, with Reeves’ latest rule change, older …
