Martin Lewis wants 900,000 people to claim free cash | Personal Finance | Finance

Martin Lewis has issued an urgent warning as nearly one million people throughout the UK are failing to claim financial support worth thousands of pounds.

He said: “PENSION CREDIT CAN BE WORTH £1,000s YET 900,000 ELIGIBLE ARE MISSING OUT. You should check if you’re of State Pension age, (roughly 66+) with a low total weekly income.”

He added that those who are single are “likely to get it” with a weekly income of under £238, though added it is worth checking your eligibility if your income is under £255 a week.

For couples – both of whom are State Pension age – he explained that you’ll likely be eligible if your combined income is less than £363 a week, but that you may also get it if the amount falls under £380 a week.

Mr Lewis added: “Don’t stall, just call (or check online) to see if you’re due it…” He further explained that people can check their eligibility on Gov.uk – or by calling 0800 99 1234, or 0808 100 6165 in Northern Ireland.

Beyond supplementing income, Pension Credit carries additional benefits.

Notably, Pension Credit entitles those aged 75 and over to receive a free TV Licence.

You could also be entitled to Housing Benefit if you rent your property, support for Mortgage Interest if you own your home, a Council Tax reduction, assistance with NHS dental treatment, eyewear and travel costs for hospital appointments, help with heating bills through the Warm Home Discount Scheme, and a discounted rate on Royal Mail’s redirection service should you move.