Check if you are eligible for Pension Credit to secure Winter Fuel Payment

Residents of pensionable age are urged to check if they are eligible for Pension Credit to access the Winter Fuel Payment, which is worth up to £300 per household. 

Pension Credit could be worth on average £3,900 per year for those who are over the state pension age (66+ years), on a low income and would welcome support with heating costs. 

It also unlocks additional support including: 

• The Winter Fuel Payment and other help with heating costs 
• Help with rent and Council Tax 
• Help with the cost of NHS services, such as NHS dental treatment, glasses and transport costs for hospital appointments 
• Free TV licence for those over 75 

Claims can be backdated by up to 3 months, with the latest date to apply for the Winter Fuel Payment being 21 December 2024.

Visit the GOV.UK website or call 0800 99 1234 (Monday to Friday 8am to 6pm) to find out more. 

You can also visit the Richmond Cost of Living Hub for the latest information on what is available nationally and locally as well as details of the borough’s network of Community Spaces and free support calculator.

You can also sign up to receive cost of living support updates straight to your inbox.