Written Question·Treasury·UIN 82065

Wealth

Tabled: 14 October 2025

Answered: 22 October 2025

Question

Blake Stephenson

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether her Department's definition of a millionaire includes (a) assets, (b) the outstanding value of pension pots and (c) income levels in the context of (i) winter fuel payments and (ii) other policies.

Answer

Torsten Bell

The Winter Fuel Payment will be paid to those with total incomes below or equal to £35,000. This means those on lower and middle incomes will still receive the help they need and ensures fairness for both pensioners and taxpayers. The standard definition ...

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