Update for state pensioners who could lose free bus passes after Winter Fuel Payment cut
There are currently no plans to scrap free bus passes for older people
State pensioners given new update on free bus passes after fears it could be scrapped
Specifically, the rumours were sparked during Prime Minister's Questions last week when Conservative MP Louie French asked what other pensioner benefits are on the chopping block following the means-testing of Winter Fuel Payments
State pensioners handed another update over free bus passes being 'axed'
Labour spokesperson has confirmed that there are "no plans to withdraw" the free bus pass scheme.
State pensioners will only get £100 despite qualifying for Winter Fuel Payment
The Department for Work and Pensions ( DWP ) will pay some pensioners only £100, despite payouts and sums of £200 or £300 being available.
State pensioners will get 'automatic' £150 winter payment from October
Pensioners who have British Gas, OVO, EDF, EON and Octopus accounts are among those set to benefit.
Welsh Labour minister defends cuts to winter fuel payments for pensioners
Conservative members of the Senedd called for the Welsh government to back their demands for winter fuel payments to be restored to all pensioners during a debate on Wednesday
Government responds amid fears pensioners could lose free bus travel in Budget
Concerns have been raised over continued commitments to free bus travel for over 60s.
last updated on 21 Sep 00:41