Written question WQ96574
- Asked by
- Janet Finch-SaundersConservative
- To be answered by
- Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
- Tabled
- Due
- Answered
- Time to answer
- 3 days
Question
What discussions has the Welsh Government had with the UK Government regarding pensioners in Wales earning £35,000 or more having to return the winter fuel payment they receive?
Answer
Answered by Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Trefnydd and Chief Whip
Both the First Minister and I raised concerns about the change last year to the eligibility criteria for the Winter Fuel Payment with the UK Government.
We welcome the announcement that significantly more people will benefit from the payment this winter.