Alex is calling on eligible Cheltenham pensioners to come forward for pension credit as part of wider support with the cost of living.
Pension Credit is a top up for our most vulnerable pensioners that is worth an average of £3,300. As well as a cash top-up to the State Pension, it is a passport to a suite of other benefits such as help with housing costs, council tax reduction schemes, heating bills and a free over-75s TV licence
There are already 1766 claimants of Pension Credit in Cheltenham but it is estimated that 25% of eligible people do not currently claim the extra help.
For more information on the eligibility criteria, please click HERE.