The UK government’s decision to means-test the Winter Fuel Payment has resulted in over 36,000 pensioners in Lanarkshire alone missing out on the £300 support.
The move, led by Prime Minister Keir Starmer, has drawn criticism from economists and the public, with claims that it has significantly damaged the government's reputation both domestically and internationally. The policy change, which affected around 10 million pensioners nationwide, was described as 'sensible' by some experts but is seen as politically costly. Many pensioners are now urged to check their eligibility as thousands remain unaware of the changes.
The controversy comes amid heightened scrutiny following disappointing local election results for the government.
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Thousands of Scots pensioners missing out on Winter Fuel Payment – find out if you’re eligible
TENS of thousands of pensioners in South Lanarkshire are missing out on the Winter Fuel Payment ahead of next month’s by-election. More than 36,000 OAPs in the council area are ineligible to
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