Pension credit applications have more than doubled since Labour announced a winter fuel raid in a blow for the Treasury. Labour is increasingly under fire over the decision to strip winter fuel ...

Many older people are being forced to skip meals, Age UK has warned (Getty Images) Pensioners have just a few days to ensure they get their winter fuel payment for 2024, with the 21 December deadline ...

Pension Credit claims can be backdated by up to three months and unlock access to other financial support.

Older people who do not receive Pension Credit may still be able to access financial help, discounts and disability-related ...