State Pension & Universal Credit Dates Change in Jan 2026
The DWP confirms state pension and benefits like Universal Credit will be paid early due to New Year bank holidays. Find out if you're affected.
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State pensioners to get £921 early payment next week
Thousands of UK state pensioners will receive an early £921 payment next week due to the Christmas holidays. Find out if you are affected and what the new weekly rate will be.
Pensioners face 24-day wait for payments until January
Pension savers initiating transfers in December face a 24-day wait, with funds not moving until January. Experts warn of 'real frustration' and call for urgent industry reforms.
New State Pension Age Dates for Those Born After 1959
The UK state pension age will start rising from 2026, impacting millions. Find out the exact dates you can claim under the new rules and how it affects your retirement plans.
State pensioners to get £572 extra from DWP in 2026
Over 12 million UK pensioners will gain up to £575 each as the DWP confirms a 4.8% state pension rise from April 2026. Learn about the Pension Credit increases and new tax rules.
Octopus Energy refunds now processed in 24 hours
Octopus Energy has dramatically accelerated its refund process, with customers now able to receive energy credit payments back to their bank accounts in as little as one day. Learn how to claim yours.
Pensioners missing £4,300 in unclaimed DWP support
Nearly a million pensioner households are failing to claim an average of £4,300 each year in Pension Credit. The DWP urges eligible over-65s to check their entitlement now.
Over-80s can claim extra £422 monthly from DWP
Pensioners aged 80+ receiving a low basic State Pension may qualify for a monthly top-up of up to £422.80 from the DWP. Check your eligibility now.
Older state pensioners get £440 boost from triple lock
Pensioners on the old basic state pension will see a £440 annual rise from April 2026, while those on the new system get £575. Find out if you're eligible and how the triple lock works.
Older pensioners to get £440 extra in 2026 state pension rise
Pensioners born before 1951 will see a £440 annual increase from April 2026 under the triple lock. Discover how the two-tier system affects payments and the future of the policy.
State pension age rising to 67 from 2026
Major changes to the UK state pension age will start in 2026, affecting millions. Find out if you'll have to work longer and how to plan your finances.
State pensioners to receive £575 extra next year
Millions of UK pensioners will see their state pension rise by £575 next year due to the triple lock. Find out how this above-inflation increase affects you and the debate it sparks.
Pensioners urged to claim £13,620 in lost savings
Experts warn UK state pensioners to act now to trace lost pension pots and unclaimed bonds worth thousands. Five key steps to safeguard your finances revealed.
DWP Payments Announced for 13 Million Eligible People
Over 13 million people have reached State Pension age and may qualify for DWP support. Pension Credit provides £4,300 on average to 1.4 million low-income pensioners. Check your eligibility now.
Over 80s get £422 monthly pension boost from DWP
Eligible pensioners aged 80+ can claim an extra £422.80 per month to top up low state pension payments. Learn about the DWP's Over 80 Pension, eligibility, and how to claim.
Two-digit tax code could mean £3,539 HMRC refund
State pensioners with a two-digit 'M1' tax code may be owed thousands in emergency tax refunds from HMRC. Learn how to check your code and claim back an average of £3,539.
State pension payments issued early for Christmas
The DWP confirms early state pension payments of at least £704 before Christmas due to bank holidays. Find out the new payment dates and how your NI number affects it.
Find Your Lost £13,620 Pension Pot Now
Over £31 billion sits unclaimed in lost UK pension pots. The average is £13,620. Our guide shows you how to trace and reclaim your money for a secure retirement.
Secret £277k pay rise for UK minimum wage workers
Millions of UK workers can unlock a hidden pay boost worth £277k through auto-enrolment pensions. Discover how your employer adds free money to your savings.
State pensioners get £363 boost after DWP change
UK state pensioners are set for payments of up to £363 on top of regular DWP payments following an April rule change. Discover if you're eligible for this Pension Credit increase.
£440 state pension rise confirmed for 2026
Millions of UK pensioners born before 1951 will see a £440 state pension increase from April 2026. Discover how the triple lock impacts your payments.
State Pension to rise by £575 for millions in 2026
Millions of UK state pensioners will receive a £575 annual increase from April 2026. Discover how the triple lock policy impacts your pension payments and what it means for you.
UK pension tax refunds hit £50m in three months
UK households reclaimed nearly £50m in overpaid pension tax between July and September 2025, with over 13,700 savers getting £3,539 back each. Experts call for system reform.
State Pension to rise by £575 in 2026
Millions of UK state pensioners will receive a £575 increase from April 2026, confirmed by the triple lock. Discover how this affects your pension and the political debate.
State pensioners get 4.8% Triple Lock boost in Budget
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms 4.8% state pension rise for 2026/27, honouring Triple Lock pledge. Full breakdown of six key pension and savings changes affecting retirees across the UK.
State pension to rise by £575 from April 2026
Chancellor Rachel Reeves will confirm a £575 state pension rise for 2026/27 under the triple lock. Discover how this increase affects pensioners and the looming tax threshold issue.
Over-80s eligible for £106 weekly DWP pension top-up
Discover if you or a loved one over 80 are eligible for an extra £105.70 per week from the DWP's Over 80 Pension. Learn the criteria and how to claim this vital support.
HMRC overtaxes thousands of pensioners in Q3 2025
HMRC has now repaid over £1.5bn to pensioners overtaxed on withdrawals since Pension Freedoms. Discover how this flaw affects you and what to do.
DWP's £83 weekly pension bonus for December
The DWP is urging state pensioners to claim an extra £83 per week via Pension Credit. A new trial targets 2,000 eligible households amid stark regional disparities in uptake.
State Pension Warning: Millions Face £7k Shortfall
Millions of state pensioners risk missing out on £7,000 yearly income. Check if you're affected and learn how to boost your pension payments now.
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