Local MP says residents may be missing out on Pension Credit

Monday, 11 November 2024 20:08

Residents concerned that they may be missing out on their entitlement to Pension Credit and other benefits are being asked to come forward.

Justin Madders, MP for Ellesmere Port and Bromborough, is arranging three advice sessions for constituents where representatives of the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP), Citizens Advice Bureau (CAB), Cheshire West and Chester Council (CWaC) and Age UK will be present to offer advice.

Sessions will be held at:

Wolverham Community Centre in Ellesmere Port on Wednesday, November 20, from 2pm-4pm

Westminster Community Centre in Ellesmere Port on Thursday, November 28, from 1pm-3pm

Bromborough Village Centre, Church Square, Bromborough, on Thursday, December 5, from 1pm-3pm.

Constituents who are interested in attending are asked to contact Justin Madders’ office:

31 Whitby Road, Ellesmere Port, CH65 8AA

0151 - 355 2365

justin.madders.mp@parliament.uk

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