The Pension Age Winter Heating Payment was due to replace Winter Fuel Payments in Scotland later this year.
However, the Scottish Government has confirmed that this payment will now be means-tested, instead of available to everyone over state pension age.
Motherwell and Wishaw MSP Clare Adamson said: “This policy was considered by the Tories last year. The Labour party vociferously opposed it at the time. “We were promised change, but we are getting more austerity. I am urging pensioners in Motherwell and Wishaw to check whether you are eligible for Pension Credit so that you can still access the Pension Age Winter Heating Payment.”
Social Justice Secretary Shirley-Anne Somerville added: “ Despite all efforts to review our financial position we have been left with no choice but to follow the UK Government and restrict payments to older people who receive relevant eligible benefits.
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