Winter Fuel loophole for pensioners on Attendance Allowance

keira
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This could mean that retired people are eligible for pension credit and in turn the Winter Fuel Payment even if their income is above the threshold.
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I am in receipt of Attendance Allowance due to disabilities and wonder if I am eligible for Winter Fuel Allowance. Thank you.
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Unfortunately it won't. You must be claiming a means tested benefit such as Pension Credit. See link.
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poppy123456
Many thanks for prompt response.
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