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Every Scottish pensioner to get winter fuel payment. Will Labour follow and finally U-turn on cuts?

The article from Big Issue discusses the Labour Party's proposal to extend the Winter Fuel Payment to all pensioners in Scotland, regardless of their income, as part of their strategy to address the cost-of-living crisis. Currently, this payment, which helps with heating costs during winter, is means-tested in Scotland, unlike in the rest of the UK where it is universal. Labour's plan aims to ensure that all elderly individuals receive this support, arguing that the current system leaves many vulnerable pensioners without necessary aid. The proposal has sparked debate about the efficiency and fairness of welfare distribution, with critics questioning the financial implications and whether the funds could be better targeted at those most in need. This move is seen as part of Labour's broader campaign to win over older voters by promising to restore benefits that have been cut or altered by previous administrations.

Read the Full The Big Issue Article at [ https://www.bigissue.com/news/politics/winter-fuel-payment-scotland-labour-benefits/ ]