RBC Leader calls for Rushcliffe MP to vote against winter fuel allowance cuts
Last updated: 9/9/2024
The Leader of Rushcliffe Borough Council (RBC) Cllr Neil Clarke has called upon local MP James Naish to vote against the government’s planned winter fuel allowance withdrawal.
In an open letter to the Member of Parliament ahead of the planned vote in the Commons tomorrow (September 10), he highlighted the significant number of Rushcliffe residents outside the Pensions Credit threshold who will be affected by the proposals if voted through.
Cllr Clarke said: “I remain concerned that the proposal to stop winter fuel payments will adversely affect many pensioners.
“Whilst I fully appreciate there are some for whom the withdrawal of the payments will make little difference, there are nevertheless a significant number outside the Pensions Credit threshold for whom this will still cause considerable hardship and distress.
“Would you please confirm that you will be supporting and representing your residents in Rushcliffe by voting against the Government proposals to withdraw the winter fuel allowance payments?”
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