Thousands of people in Wales are estimated to be missing out on extra benefit payments, a report has claimed. Those eligible for pension credit are missing out on additional income due to lack of information, the Older People’s Commissioner for Wales says.
A new report published on Monday by the commissioner on pension credit uptake estimated that up to 80,000 older people in Wales do not receive the pension credit they are entitled to. Pension credit is a top-up for pensioners on low incomes and is currently around £182.60 a week for a single person and £278.70 for a couple, but this will rise to £201.05 and £306.85 from April 2023.
As well as extra income, the payment unlocks a range of other entitlements for those who qualify including council tax discounts and help with housing costs, free dental and eye care, and free TV licences for people aged over 75. To get all the latest money-saving news straight to your inbox twice a week sign up here.
