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Scottish Government Announces New Winter Fuel Benefit for Pensioners

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Scottish Government Announces New Winter Fuel Benefit for Pensioners
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  • Scottish ministers to launch new winter fuel benefit this winter.
  • 900,000 Scots lost fuel payments due to UK budget cuts.
    • Shirley-Anne Somerville to reveal details on benefit value and eligibility.
    • New benefit aims for readiness by next winter, providing financial relief.
    • Scottish Labour commits to expanding the winter fuel payment system.
    • £150m shortfall in Scottish Budget follows UK government cuts.
    • UK pushes Pension Credit applications as payment claims rise 150%.
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