Pension Credit

What is it?

Pension Credit is a new entitlement for people aged 60 and over that was introduced by the Government from October 2003.

It replaces Income Support (IS) and The Minimum Income Guarantee (MIG). It guarantees everyone aged 60 and over a minimum weekly income of at least:

£124.05 a week if you are single

or

£189.35 a week if you have a partner

Many people including Carers, Disabled, and others with mortgages will be entitled to more than these minimum amounts.

For the first time people aged 65 and over will be rewarded for some of the savings and income they have for their retirement. You may be one of them find out 01387 - 266888.

DISCLAIMER - Although every effort is made to ensure the information on these pages is accurate and up to date, we cannot be held liable for any inaccuracies and their consequences. The information should not be treated as a complete and authoritative statement of the law. If you wish to know more about your benefit rights, you should seek independent advice.