The free bus pass is available to people when they reach the legal retirement age, which is currently 66. However, according to government proposals, the legal retirement age may change in the coming years.
This would mean millions of older people would wait longer to access this vital benefit.
Millions of retirees are eagerly awaiting their free bus passes to help with the cost of living.
It can help people get to doctor’s appointments, do weekly errands, and see family and friends.
Under current government proposals, the legal retirement age will increase from 66 to 67 between 2026 and 2028.
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A further increase in the retirement age threshold is expected before 2048 at the latest.
These changes are based on government expectations for life expectancy in the UK.
As the cost of living crisis continues and bills rise, many Britons will be looking for ways to save a little extra cash.
Some people in England may be able to travel for free in their area before the statutory retirement age.
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This “freebie” is also available for blind or visually impaired people.
Additionally, some Universal Credit applicants may qualify for half-price bus and train travel.
An estimated 15 million people in the UK are struggling to pay rising energy bills as well as rising food and fuel prices, according to research by the charity StepChange.
The charity spoke to 5,000 Britons and found that one in three are struggling with the cost of living crisis.
There has arguably never been a more important time for people to check that they are receiving all the financial assistance to which they are entitled.
As well as a free bus pass, other benefits may be available to Brits, such as a free TV license, free NHS prescriptions and help with energy bills.
This help is available to some Universal Credit, Pension Credit and Tax Credit applicants.
People can talk to their job coach or local job center to check that they are getting all the help they are entitled to.
There is also a handy benefits calculator available on the government website.
