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Money Helper
Free and impartial money and pensions guidance for people all across the UK.
Pension Credit
Around a third of eligible pensioners aren't claiming Pension Credit
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Healthcare Travel Costs Scheme
If you're referred to hospital or other NHS premises for specialist NHS treatment or diagnostic tests by a doctor, dentist or another primary care health professional, you may be able to claim a refund of reasonable travel costs under the Healthcare Travel Costs Scheme (HTCS).
NHS Low Income Scheme
If you have a low income, you may be able to get help with NHS costs through the NHS Low Income Scheme (LIS).