§ Tim LoughtonTo ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions what plans he has to extend the Winter Fuel Payment Scheme to people with severe disabilities. [151295]
§ Malcolm WicksHelp is already available through disability benefits and the disability premium in Income Support in recognition of the extra costs, including heating, which disabled people may have. There are no plans to extend the Winter Fuel Payment Scheme to disabled people under age 60.