The DWP is launching a campaign to increase Pension Credit take-up which could be worth on average £3,900 per year for successful applicants.

The campaign, which launches today, aims to spread awareness and increase claims for Pension Credit, which from this year will also automatically passport eligible pensioners to receive the Winter Fuel Payment.

Up to 880,000 pensioners could be missing out on this cash boost worth on average up to £3,900 per year.

An estimated 880,000 pensioners are…