Government Faces Backlash Over Winter Fuel Payment Cuts

Energy executives and ministers meet to address rising energy bills as millions of pensioners lose financial support.

• Chancellor Rachel Reeves defends the decision to cut winter fuel payments, citing a £22 billion deficit.
• The cuts will affect 10 million pensioners, reducing recipients from 11.4 million to 1.5 million.
• Energy bills are set to rise by £149 from October, increasing pressure on vulnerable households.
• Charities warn that the cuts could lead to a public health crisis and higher NHS demand.
• Ministers urge energy suppliers to provide more support for those in debt and improve energy efficiency measures.

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