State pensioners told not eligible for Winter Payments despite being over 65

NewsCost Of LivingPensionRules are now in place over who receives the annual support08:54, 05 Sep 2026Updated 08:58, 05 Sep 2026Winter payments are now linked to income.Around four million people won't be eligible for Winter Fuel Payments this year despite being pension age.‌In previous years, everyone was handed the annual winter allowance once they were over 65.‌But new rules are in place which mean the payments are linked to income.‌READ MORE: PIP households sent major update on Andy Burnham 'cuts'READ MORE: Andy Burnham and John Healey new £800 PIP payment update in OctoberThe cash is worth £200 or £300 and lands in bank accounts every November.‌It is designed to help older people with their energy bills during the colder months.There has been a major shake-up around who gets to keep W