Martin Lewis has issued an urgent warning to hundreds of thousands of people set to receive a letter from HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC). The money-saving expert cautioned recipients not to throw the letter away, as it could be worth thousands of pounds.
The letter is being sent to those receiving state pensions, particularly women aged 66 and over who took time off work for childcare between 1978 and 2010. It informs them about potential underpaid state pensions and how to claim missing Home Responsibilities Protection.
Lewis stressed that the letter is not a scam, despite common concerns about postal fraud. He noted that HMRC would never threaten arrest or demand money transfers. He urged recipients to read the letter carefully and follow the instructions to check eligibility for a significant cash boost.
According to HMRC, eligible individuals could receive up to £3,000 or more in additional pension payments. The department is proactively contacting those who may have been underpaid due to gaps in their National Insurance record.
