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Pension Credit

Asked by Rachael MaskellLabour (Co-op)Department for Work and PensionsTabled Answered 12 September 2024UIN 4385

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, what steps she is taking to support people eligible for Pension Credit to claim it.

Answered by Emma Reynolds

The Department has introduced the ability to make an online claim. This is in addition to telephone and paper claims. DWP Agents and third-party organisations are available to support customers with the application process. The Department is implementing a Pension Credit uptake campaign to encourage an estimate of up to 880,000 citizens who may be entitled to apply.

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