State Pension Age Rises to 67 from 2026
The DWP is moving the retirement goalposts. From April 2026, the state pension age will increase from 66 to 67. Find out how this change affects your retirement plans.
The DWP is moving the retirement goalposts. From April 2026, the state pension age will increase from 66 to 67. Find out how this change affects your retirement plans.
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Millions in the UK will soon set their own contactless payment limits. Experts warn to balance convenience with security. Read the full details.
The DWP confirms the state pension age will increase from 66 to 67 between April 2026 and 2028. Find out how the phased change affects your retirement plans.
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The DWP confirms the state pension qualifying age will increase to 67 between 2026 and 2028, impacting thousands. Expert warns future hikes could accelerate.
Over 100,000 UK families will no longer need to file a self-assessment tax return to pay the High Income Child Benefit Charge. The new HMRC system collects it via PAYE. Find out if you're affected.
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