DWP handing state pensioners free £4,200 to complete 16-minute task

The Department for Work and Pensions is handing state pensioners a free £4,200 if they complete a 16-minute task. The DWP is raising awareness over the need to apply for Pension Credit as the Cost of Living crisis continues up and down the country.

The DWP posted on X: “This Energy Savers Week, Pension Credit could give you: £150 off energy bills with a Warm Home Discount, An average of £4,200 per year, Cold Weather Payments (and more). It takes roughly 16 minutes to apply online.”

You might get extra help if you’re a carer, severely disabled, or responsible for a child or young person. Pension Credit is separate from your State Pension. You can get Pension Credit even if you have other income, savings or own your own home.

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This guide covers Pension Credit in England, Scotland and Wales. If you get Pension Credit you can also get other help, such as Housing Benefit if you rent the property you live in, Winter Fuel Payment, Support for Mortgage Interest if you own the property you live in and a Council Tax discount.

It can also act as a gateway for a free TV licence if you’re aged 75 or over, help with NHS dental treatment, glasses and transport costs for hospital appointments, if you get a certain type of Pension Credit or help with your heating costs through the Warm Home Discount Scheme.

It also gives you a discount on the Royal Mail redirection service if you’re moving house. When you apply for Pension Credit your income is calculated. If you have a partner, your income is calculated together. Pension Credit tops up your weekly income to £218.15 if you’re single or your joint weekly income to £332.95 if you have a partner.

If your income is higher, you might still be eligible for Pension Credit if you have a disability, you care for someone, you have savings or you have housing costs.