04/09/2026
Winter Fuel Payments - Reminder❗
If your total income is over £35,000, any Winter Fuel Payment you receive will be recovered by HMRC.
HMRC will recover your Winter Fuel Payment either by:
• adjusting your tax code; or
• by including a Winter Fuel Payment charge through your self assessment tax return
If you would prefer not to receive this payment, you can opt out of the 2026/27 payment by:
✅Contacting the Winter Fuel Payment Centre on 0800 731 0160
✅Completing the opt out form
✅Using the Manage your State Pension service
Opt out deadlines for 2026/27 are as follows:
• telephone - 18 September 2026
• online - 20 September 2026
If you're unsure whether your income will exceed the £35,000 threshold, check before deciding whether to opt out.
For more information, contact us:
📞 07833 141978
📧 [email protected]