Warning some pensioners may have to pay back winter fuel payments - here’s what you can do about it

Oct. 14, 2024 - The Independent

Read our privacy policy Thanks for signing up to theMorning Headlines email {{ #verifyErrors }} {{ message }} {{ /verifyErrors }} {{ ^verifyErrors }} Something went wrong. Please try again later {{ /verifyErrors }}Some pensioners may have to return hundreds of pounds worth of winter fuel benefits if their eligibility changes.

Many are unaware that changes in circumstances may force them to return winter fuel payments ( PA Archive )Why might you have to return winter fuel payments? The DWP has listed several scenarios in which pensioners might be required to repay their winter fuel allowance. Luckily, older individuals can report changes by contacting the Winter Fuel Payment Centre at 0800 731 0160.

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