A partner counts as a civil partner, husband or wife who they live with, or someone else they live with as though they were married.

Pension Credit changes came into effect back in May last year, affecting some “mixed-age” couples.

However those who were getting Pension Credit before May 15, 2019 will continue to get the payment even if their partner is under state pension age.

Should the entitlement stop for any reason, unless circumstances change, a person cannot start getting it again unless they or their partner are eligible under the new rules.