PENSIONERS in Clydebank are being encouraged to check if they are eligible for extra benefits from the government.
The town’s MSP, Gil Paterson, is supporting a campaign by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to reach out to those eligible for Pensioner Credit.
Mr Paterson said: “There may be pensioners out there struggling to get by, who could be eligible for the Pension Credit entitlement.
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“I fully support the campaign by the DWP to reach out to pensioners across Clydebank, to remind my constituents above the state pension age, or their carers, that this benefit is available.
“Anyone who is unsure can call the helpline on 0800 731 0469, but also visit their local Citizens Advice Bureau if they would like some assistance.”
The aim of the campaign is to raise awareness of Pension Credit and challenge some common misconceptions by highlighting that people of state pension age may be entitled to Pension Credit even though they may have savings or a retirement income or own their own home, and that an award of Pension Credit can provide access to a range of other benefits such as help with housing costs, council tax or heating bills.
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