Pension Credit

Pension Credit is a benefit that provides extra money for people over State Pension age who are struggling to make ends meet.

Pension Credit adds up:

• your weekly income to £227.10 if you're single 
• your joint weekly income to £346.60 if you have a partner

You may get extra amounts if you have other responsibilities and costs.

For more information and to make an application visit the Pension Credit pages on GOV.UK.

Help with applying

If you need help with applying for Pension Credit, please contact our community advice team or attend one of the our drop in sessions. You can also call 01353 665555.