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Pensioners across the UK have been warned about the Government's decision to claw back Winter Fuel Payments for individuals with taxable income above £35,000.

This threshold was introduced after the Labour Party Government U-turned on the decision to end Winter Fuel Payments following significant backlash following the announcement.

Now, a pensioner with taxable income of £35,001 will lose their Winter Fuel Payment (worth £200–£300), while someone earning £35,000 keeps it in full.

The rules apply to individual income, not household income.

This means a married couple with a joint income of £70,000 (£35,000 each) could retain their Winter Fuel Payment, while a single pensioner on £35,001 will lose theirs entirely.

Scott Gallacher, Director at Leicester-based Rowley Turto

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