Pension Credit
Pension Credit is an entitlement for people aged 60 or over
living in Great Britain. This could mean extra money for you every
week. Pension Credit guarantees everyone aged 60 and over an income
of at least:
- £114.05 a week if you are single
- £174.05 a week if you have a partner
Also, if you or your partner are 65 or over you may be rewarded
for saving for your retirement, up to:
- £17.88 if you are single
- £23.58 a week if you have a partner
If you apply for Pension Credit and are eligible, you may
receive a payment backdated (for up to 12 months from the day you
were first entitled to the date you first applied).
If you apply for Pension Credit, you must be at least 60 or
within four months of your 60th birthday. It does not matter if
your partner is under 60.
For more information and to make a claim contact The Pension
Service.