Help for pensioners

If you or someone you know is of State Pension age (aged 66 years or older) and on a low income, you may be able to get extra money and support with heating costs, especially during the colder months when bills can increase.

Pension Credit is worth, on average, £3,900 per year and unlocks additional support including:

• Winter fuel payments
• Help with Council Tax
• NHS dental care
• For those over 75, a free TV licence

You can apply for Pension Credit and have your claim backdated by up to 3 months, as long as you were eligible during that time. Most people get the Winter Fuel Payment automatically. If you’re eligible, you’ll get a letter in October or November saying how much you’ll get.

Most eligible people will be paid in November or December 2025.

To find out more head over to the government's Pension Credit web page.