ROBERT Halfon is calling on Harlow pensioners to check their eligibility for extra cash to help with the cost of living. Robert’s call comes ahead of the deadline for Pension Credit recipients to claim the first £301 cost of living payment for 2023. 

People in Harlow of State Pension Age can claim tax-free payments to top up their weekly income. Single pensioners with a weekly income of less than £201.05 or couples with a weekly income of £306.85 may be eligible for extra cash and access to additional cost of living benefits. 

Calling on local people to check their eligibility, Robert told Your Harlow, “There are just three days left for Harlow pensioners to claim pension credit and qualify for the first £301 cost of living payment this year. At a time when every penny counts, I want to make sure that everybody in Harlow who is eligible is claiming this extra money. 

“Official figures estimate that over one million households across the country are eligible for Pension Credit but do not claim it. A change to health or personal circumstances can often leave people struggling without accessing the help that is available for them. Pension Credit also gives recipients access to cost of living payments, support with housing costs and heating bills, council tax and TV licences.

“Even those of state pension age who own their own home and have modest savings may be eligible for Pension Credit. That’s why I am calling on every Harlow pensioner to check their eligibility. 

“If you or somebody you know is of State Pension age, please do check your eligibility before Friday.”