The UK Government sparked anger over the change, which it announced just weeks after taking office in the summer.

A Scottish Labour government would put in place a means-tested winter fuel payment equivalent north of the border if it is elected in 2026.

The UK Government drew ire from across the political spectrum in the summer after announcing the benefit would only be available to those in receipt of pension credit or other benefits, just weeks after taking office.

The decision led........

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