Grandparents helping to look after their grandchildren over the summer holidays could get a significant boost to their pension credit.
29.06.2024 - 05:19 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
Independent Age, a charity organisation, is urging internet providers to better promote their broadband social tariffs. This move aims to increase awareness among older individuals who are financially struggling that they could be paying as little as £12.50 per month for their broadband services through Virgin Media Essentials.
However, this isn't the only option available, with over 30 broadband social tariffs currently on offer across the UK. The most straightforward way to determine eligibility for a cheaper broadband package is by directly contacting your provider.
If you're currently receiving benefits such as Universal Credit, Pension Credit, Personal Independence Payment (PIP), Disability Living Allowance (DLA) or Income Support, refer to the guide at the end of this article to see which providers consider these benefits in their eligibility criteria.
Recent studies conducted by the dedicated older people's charity indicate that nearly half of State Pensioners (48%) on a low income have found it challenging to keep up with their broadband bill over the past six months. These findings raise concerns that the cost of living crisis has exacerbated the 'digital divide', and there are warnings that older people experiencing financial hardship may become increasingly isolated, reports the Daily Record.
The charity emphasised that the inability to access the internet could result in older people on low incomes being unable to obtain information about financial entitlements or services, missing out on savings by not being able to search for the best deals, and losing crucial social connections. Broadband social tariffs uptake remains low, with only 5.1% of those eligible taking advantage of the offers, leaving around 4
Grandparents helping to look after their grandchildren over the summer holidays could get a significant boost to their pension credit.
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