Pensions

Prime Minister Andy Burnham leaves 10 Downing Street, London, as a State Pension Age campaign passes 112,000 in a call to boost for jobs for younger workers

Department for Works and Pensions

Calls to cut state pension age to 65 and free up jobs for younger workers grow

Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey as HMRC is sending out 311,000 new letters to people owed money

Chancellor of the Exchequer John Healey as HMRC is sending out 311,000 new letters to people owed money

Department for Works and Pensions

Are you owed £8,000? HMRC is sending out 311,000 new letters to people due money

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said the triple lock will continue until the end of this parliament, which means the weekly New State Pension is likely to rise from £241.30 to about £250.70 from April 2027

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has said the triple lock will continue until the end of this parliament, which means the weekly New State Pension is likely to rise from £241.30 to about £250.70 from April 2027

State pension tipped to increase by nearly £500 a year as weekly payments reach £250

Pension withdrawals have soared by 70% in two years ahead of a major inheritance tax change due from April 2027

Pension withdrawals have soared by 70% in two years ahead of a major inheritance tax change due from April 2027

Pension warning as savers rush to access their money before death tax changes

Around 3.2 million pensioners are due HMRC refunds after a state pension tax calculation error.

Around 3.2 million pensioners are due HMRC refunds after a state pension tax calculation error.

Millions of pensioners could be owed money after HMRC mistake

Millions face a longer wait for their State Pension as the age rises to 67 by 2028.

Millions face a longer wait for their State Pension as the age rises to 67 by 2028.

Department for Work and Pensions

State Pension age rises to 67 - who will be hit hardest as retirement age goes up?

The average age at which people choose to retire is 65 for men and 64 for women, says research

The average age at which people choose to retire is 65 for men and 64 for women, says research

Millions face a £312,000 pension shortfall – five ways to boost your pot

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden as campaigners call for the State Pension raised to £14,500, arguing it should at least match the minimum wage for younger workers.

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden as campaigners call for the State Pension raised to £14,500, arguing it should at least match the minimum wage for younger workers.

Department for Work and Pensions

Pensioners could get thousands more under Minimum Wage State Pension bid

Millions of pensioners could find themselves paying tax on their State Pension as payments rise faster than tax thresholds, with analysis showing future tax bills could reach £1,598 a year.

Millions of pensioners could find themselves paying tax on their State Pension as payments rise faster than tax thresholds, with analysis showing future tax bills could reach £1,598 a year.

Department for Work and Pensions

DWP State Pension could top £20,500 by 2046 but HMRC tax bills could hit £1,598

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves as plans shared in a new report could bring forward the State Pension age rise to 68 by seven years, affecting millions currently in their late 40s and early 50s.

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves as plans shared in a new report could bring forward the State Pension age rise to 68 by seven years, affecting millions currently in their late 40s and early 50s.

Department for Work and Pensions

Born in the 1970s? New report says State Pension Age change could come 7 years early

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves leaves Downing Street as the latest State Pension age increase has come into force, affecting millions.

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves leaves Downing Street as the latest State Pension age increase has come into force, affecting millions.

DWP State Pension Age warning as retirement age changes today - full list of dates

Thousands of pensioners are being contacted directly as the Government steps up efforts to reach people missing out on Pension Credit.

Thousands of pensioners are being contacted directly as the Government steps up efforts to reach people missing out on Pension Credit.

Department for Work and Pensions

Check your post as DWP sends out thousands of letters to pensioners about extra cash

New HMRC guidance confirms unused pension pots will be included in inheritance tax calculations from April 2027, with experts warning of bigger tax bills, probate delays and extra paperwork for families.

New HMRC guidance confirms unused pension pots will be included in inheritance tax calculations from April 2027, with experts warning of bigger tax bills, probate delays and extra paperwork for families.

HMRC confirms pension tax changes that could leave families with bigger bills

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced that there would be help in her autumn budget, but it is being branded 'seriously flawed' by experts

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced that there would be help in her autumn budget, but it is being branded 'seriously flawed' by experts

Department for Works and Pensions

All pensioners over 75 excluded from 'deeply flawed' HMRC personal allowance help

UK pensioners are left with just £220 a month after essentials, far behind countries like Luxembourg, new data shows.

UK pensioners are left with just £220 a month after essentials, far behind countries like Luxembourg, new data shows.

Department for Works and Pensions

UK State Pensioners are among worst off in Europe says new analysis

There's an urgent alert for pensioners as payments delayed and scams spiral

There's an urgent alert for pensioners as payments delayed and scams spiral

Department for Work and Pensions

Urgent alert for pensioners as payments delayed and HMRC scams spiral

Some pensioners will repay Winter Fuel Payments, with some losing up to £300 through tax changes starting in April 2026.

Some pensioners will repay Winter Fuel Payments, with some losing up to £300 through tax changes starting in April 2026.

Department for Work and Pensions

Thousands of pensioners to lose up to £300 as payments clawed back by HMRC

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden leaves a Cabinet meeting

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden leaves a Cabinet meeting

Department for Works and Pensions

Thousands face unexpected retirement delay as state pension age changes

Millions of Britons are being urged to review their finances before the April 5 tax deadline amid warnings of a growing “stealth tax” trap.Experts say rising incomes, including the state pension, are pushing more people into paying tax as

Millions of Britons are being urged to review their finances before the April 5 tax deadline amid warnings of a growing “stealth tax” trap.Experts say rising incomes, including the state pension, are pushing more people into paying tax as

Department for Works and Pensions

Millions of pensioners risk surprise HMRC bill as Personal Allowance hit by rise

All the DWP benefits and pension rises from April 2026

All the DWP benefits and pension rises from April 2026

All the DWP benefits and pensions increases next month – full list of rises confirmed

All the DWP benefits and pension rises from April 2026

All the DWP benefits and pension rises from April 2026

All the DWP benefits and pensions increases next month – full list of rises confirmed

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, as the full list of DWP benefit increases for 2026/27, including State Pension under the Triple Lock, Universal Credit, disability benefits and Carer’s Allowance has now been published

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, as the full list of DWP benefit increases for 2026/27, including State Pension under the Triple Lock, Universal Credit, disability benefits and Carer’s Allowance has now been published

DWP confirms full list of benefit and pension increases from April 2026

New pension reforms to help millions of public sector workers, say ministers

New pension reforms to help millions of public sector workers, say ministers

New pension reforms to help millions of public sector workers from April

The cold weather has arrived, but there is help from Winter Fuel Payments, Warm Home Discount, £150 energy bill reduction, DWP Cold Weather Payment and Household Support Fund - here's who is eligible and how to apply

The cold weather has arrived, but there is help from Winter Fuel Payments, Warm Home Discount, £150 energy bill reduction, DWP Cold Weather Payment and Household Support Fund - here's who is eligible and how to apply

Cold Weather Payments

All the DWP benefits and grants to help beat the cold weather this winter

It's good news for many pensioners as the DWP confirms the amount pensions will rise by in 2026

It's good news for many pensioners as the DWP confirms the amount pensions will rise by in 2026

Department for Works and Pensions

DWP confirms exact amount pensions will increase to in 2026 for millions

There's a £10 bonus payment for many pensioners and DWP benefits claimants this December, but according to inflation, it should be almost £180

There's a £10 bonus payment for many pensioners and DWP benefits claimants this December, but according to inflation, it should be almost £180

Millions of pensioners and DWP benefits claimants to receive bonus cash payment

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves poses outside 11 Downing Street, London, with her ministerial red box.

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves poses outside 11 Downing Street, London, with her ministerial red box.

What does the budget mean for me? 11 key points from the Budget 2025

Pensioners will be watching the budget closely ahead of a promised increase from the triple lock manifesto pledge

Pensioners will be watching the budget closely ahead of a promised increase from the triple lock manifesto pledge

How much could your state pension increase by next year?

It takes, on average, seven and a half minutes to start the process of tracking down your lost pension

It takes, on average, seven and a half minutes to start the process of tracking down your lost pension

The seven and-a-half minute job that could see you thousands of pounds better off

State Pension boost is likely for millions as new figures are 'slightly higher than expected’

State Pension boost is likely for millions as new figures are 'slightly higher than expected’

State Pension boost due for millions as new figures 'higher than expected’

HMRC expert reveals pension mistakes that could cost you over £40,000

HMRC expert reveals pension mistakes that could cost you over £40,000

HMRC expert reveals pension mistakes that could cost you over £40,000

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall speaking to the media outside the Department for Work and Pensions in Westminster, London, after she announced that women affected by changes to the state pension age will not receive compensation.

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall speaking to the media outside the Department for Work and Pensions in Westminster, London, after she announced that women affected by changes to the state pension age will not receive compensation.

Calls that could cut State Pension age to 60 backed by thousands

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall giving a speech at the Coin Street Neighbourhood Centre in London, introducing the next phase of the Pensions Review.

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall giving a speech at the Coin Street Neighbourhood Centre in London, introducing the next phase of the Pensions Review.

Department for Works and Pensions

State Pension Age could rise more quickly as DWP announces review

Finance experts have issued a warning due to DWP payment changes for Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit and others next week

Finance experts have issued a warning due to DWP payment changes for Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit and others next week

DWP changes for Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit and others next week

All the DWP pension changes to payments for May 2025

All the DWP pension changes to payments for May 2025

Department for Work and Pensions

All the DWP pension changes to payments for May 2025

Easter bank holidays may change benefit payments from HMRC and the DWP this week, including Universal Credit, Child Benefit, State Pensions, Pension Credit and PIP, with dates that fall across Good Friday and Easter Monday being paid early

Easter bank holidays may change benefit payments from HMRC and the DWP this week, including Universal Credit, Child Benefit, State Pensions, Pension Credit and PIP, with dates that fall across Good Friday and Easter Monday being paid early

Full list of HMRC and DWP benefits payments that will change this Easter

Martin Lewis has urged people to check their HMRC National Insurance record and make sure they are eligible for the full state pension

Martin Lewis has urged people to check their HMRC National Insurance record and make sure they are eligible for the full state pension

HMRC to give one last chance for full State Pension after computer error

Can you pass on your State Pension when you die? And if so, who can you leave it to?

Can you pass on your State Pension when you die? And if so, who can you leave it to?

What happens to your DWP State Pension when you die? Can your partner claim it?

Easter is moving some DWP and HMRC payment dates - here's a guide to when to expect them to land in your account

Easter is moving some DWP and HMRC payment dates - here's a guide to when to expect them to land in your account

Department for Work and Pensions

Easter bank holiday payment dates for Pensions, Universal Credit and Child Benefit

Martin Lewis from Money Saving Expert

Martin Lewis from Money Saving Expert

Martin Lewis gives urgent pension warning for anyone aged under 73

Eligible pensioners will see an increase of more than £400 from next month - have you applied?

Eligible pensioners will see an increase of more than £400 from next month - have you applied?

Poorest pensioners will receive an extra £465 from April 2025, DWP confirms

There are extra costs to home ownership as you get older, say experts. But they can be beaten.

There are extra costs to home ownership as you get older, say experts. But they can be beaten.

Hidden costs of staying in your own home after the age of 65

Martin Lewis from Money Saving Expert is sharing some lucrative advice.

Martin Lewis from Money Saving Expert is sharing some lucrative advice.

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Martin Lewis issues 'lucrative' advice for anyone aged under 73

Pensioners will see their State Pension payments are set to increase in April, with some receiving a £470 boost.

Pensioners will see their State Pension payments are set to increase in April, with some receiving a £470 boost.

Cost of living crisis

Pension payments to increase next month as new amount confirmed

Parents risk losing out on up to £33,000 when they retire if they do not act before an April deadline

Parents risk losing out on up to £33,000 when they retire if they do not act before an April deadline

Urgent pension warning to parents who risk losing out on £33,000

Earlier this month, the Government confirmed State Pension payments would increase by 4.1 per cent in April.

Earlier this month, the Government confirmed State Pension payments would increase by 4.1 per cent in April.

State Pension warning as pensioners are urged to 'act now' by experts

The new State Pension rates from April 2025 have been voted through by MPs

The new State Pension rates from April 2025 have been voted through by MPs

Department for Work and Pensions

DWP confirms new State Pension weekly and monthly payment rates

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall said the Government does not believe paying a flat rate to women at a cost of up to £10.5 billion would be a fair or proportionate

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall said the Government does not believe paying a flat rate to women at a cost of up to £10.5 billion would be a fair or proportionate

Waspi women blast ‘bizarre and unjustified’ decision as they are denied compensation

Pension Credit increases will help over a million pensioners keep up with the cost of living

Pension Credit increases will help over a million pensioners keep up with the cost of living

Department for Work and Pensions

Pension Credit increase for 1.4 million people - how much will you get

Pensioners are being urged to take up pension credit amid the winter fuel payment cut in the UK

Pensioners are being urged to take up pension credit amid the winter fuel payment cut in the UK

British Gas urges millions of pensioners to do this one thing worth thousands

This comes after the UK Government announced changes to who would be eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment this year

This comes after the UK Government announced changes to who would be eligible for the Winter Fuel Payment this year

Pensioners urged to be vigilant over 'malicious' Winter Fuel Payment scam

“While boosting your State Pension doesn’t sound sexy, this is about big money

“While boosting your State Pension doesn’t sound sexy, this is about big money

'Start now': Martin Lewis six month warning of 'most lucrative' thing you can do

The state pension increases in line with whichever is the highest of earnings growth, CPI inflation in September of the previous year, or 2.5%

The state pension increases in line with whichever is the highest of earnings growth, CPI inflation in September of the previous year, or 2.5%

How much state pensions are set to rise in April as Government 'face £100m bill'

More than 10,000 people have boosted their state pensions by a combined £12.5 million in the last six months

More than 10,000 people have boosted their state pensions by a combined £12.5 million in the last six months

HMRC pension warning as deadline to boost your State Pension approaches