Martin Lewis urges Brits to do one simple thing right now - it could get them an extra £4,000 a year

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Martin Lewis has issued a crucial piece of advice to Brits that could help them receive an extra £4,000 a year in support. The Money Saving Expert founder revealed on Good Morning Britain that nearly one million individuals over the age of 66 could be eligible for a cash boost by simply making one phone call.

Martin urged viewers to check their eligibility for Pension Credit, which he described as "chronically under-claimed". Pension Credit is a benefit available to those who have reached the state pension age of 66 and it can top up your weekly income to £218.15 a week if you are single, or to £332.95 if you're part of a couple.

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The financial guru highlighted that even a minimal entitlement to the benefit of just £1 could unlock access to a whole range of additional financial support. This includes help with dental and optician fees, as well as eligibility for Winter Fuel Payments, which can be as much as £300.

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Previously, all Brits over the state pension age would receive the £300 support. However, due to recent changes introduced by the Labour Government, only those claiming certain means-tested benefits - including Pension Credit - now receive it, reports the Mirror.

According to the DWP, the extras you can get when claiming Pension Credit are worth up to £3,900 a year on average.

Martin provided two simple methods for checking eligibility: using the online calculator at GOV. UK or calling the Pension Credit helpline at 0800 99 1234 to find out if they should apply.

TV money guru Martin Lewis has delivered some vital advice on his show, explaining: "It's all a bit complicated so let's make this really, really, really simple. If you're a low income pensioner and you're struggling and you don't get Pension Credit, just go online and do the calculator to see if you're due it, or if online scares you, call up the Pension Credit helpline and talk to someone."

He reassured viewers, emphasizing that there's no harm in checking eligibility: "You will not be told off for asking if you are due Pension Credit. If you're not due Pension Credit, they'll just tell you."