The government's estimate indicates that cuts to the winter fuel allowance will lead to an additional 50,000 pensioners living in relative poverty next year.
According to the estimates, there will be an additional 50,000 pensioners in relative poverty for each of the specified years following the cuts to winter fuel payments.
Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall noted that the decision to cut the winter fuel payment was a 'difficult decision' forced by a significant fiscal deficit.
Currently, 1.9 million pensioners are in relative poverty, and the anticipated cuts will increase this figure, highlighting the rising financial struggles for the elderly.
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