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New
Rules for backdating Pension Credits Benefits
The government has
shown yet again, that it gives scant regard to the problems often
suffered by older people. They accept the fact that those over 60
will lose money with the new rules to be introduced on October 6th
2008. At the same time, the government will save millions - of
course! yes, it may mean that we have an easier system of claiming -
in the future - but those caught out in the changeover stand to lose
Many people over the age of 60 are still not claiming the benefits
they might be entitled to. This can normally be backdated 12 months,
but from the 8th
October 2008, the backdating will only be for 3
months. This could mean a loss in backdated benefit averaging
£1600 for those who claim pension credit, and also claim money off
their council tax.
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