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Experts have warned state pensioners over an "unfair" Winter Fuel Allowance rule which could cost them £300. A cliff-edge rule imposed by the Department for Work and Pensions, or DWP , has left state pensioners at risk.

The Labour Party government and HMRC will claw back £35,000 from state pensioners whose income breaches £35,000. It means a pensioner with taxable income of £35,001 will lose their Winter Fuel Payment (worth £200–£300), while someone earning £35,000 keeps it in full.

Scott Gallacher, Director at Leicester-based Rowley Turton , said: "It’s ludicrous that a single pensioner on just £35,001 loses a Winter Fuel Payment, while a couple with £70,000 joint income might keep theirs.

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