New £241 weekly state pension for post-1951 retirees
The full new state pension will rise to £241.30 a week in April 2026, a yearly increase of £574.60. Find out if you qualify and how much you'll receive.
The full new state pension will rise to £241.30 a week in April 2026, a yearly increase of £574.60. Find out if you qualify and how much you'll receive.
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A stark warning is issued as thousands of state pensioners die with outstanding mortgage debt, leaving families to foot the bill. Discover the scale of the crisis and the call for new lending solutions.
1950s-born women face a crucial High Court judicial review this week, challenging the government's refusal to pay state pension inequality compensation. Follow the latest.
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UK retirees are missing out on £10,000 a year from two underclaimed DWP benefits: Attendance Allowance and Pension Credit. Check your eligibility now.
Over two million state pensioners with incomes above £35,000 will have their Winter Fuel Payment reclaimed by HMRC via the tax system. Check your eligibility now.
UK state pensioners are warned about a sophisticated text scam impersonating DWP Winter Fuel Payments. Learn how to spot the fraud and protect your finances.
Pensioners born before 1953 will receive a £8.45 weekly state pension increase from April 2026 due to the triple lock. Discover the financial impact.
Retirees with income under £50,270 can reduce their tax bill by £252 using Marriage Allowance. Claim this often-overlooked HMRC perk today.
Pensioners could see 87% of their savings lost to a double tax under new Labour reforms. Learn how this affects you and what you can do to protect your family's future.
Millions of UK state pensioners to receive up to £475 in extra winter payments from DWP. Learn about Winter Fuel Allowance, Warm Home Discount & Cold Weather Payment eligibility.
Hundreds of thousands of UK state pensioners living abroad are being denied the Triple Lock increase due to a 'frozen pensions' policy, sparking outrage in Canada.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves considers doubling council tax for top bands, potentially forcing pensioners from homes. Learn the impact and reaction.
Surrey County Council launches £300 e-voucher scheme for state pensioners to spend in nine major supermarkets. Apply now for essential cost of living support.
HMRC begins reclaiming Winter Fuel Payments from state pensioners who exceed the income threshold. Learn how the new system works and who is affected.
Millions of UK state pensioners are receiving £200-£300 Winter Fuel Payments from December 1st. Check if you qualify for this essential energy bill support. #WinterFuelPayments
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces 10 million state pensioners will not pay income tax on their pensions this Parliament. Find out how the rule change affects you.
The future of the state pension Triple Lock is in doubt as experts warn it's becoming unsustainable. Discover what this means for 13 million UK retirees.
Thousands of UK state pensioners could be forced to sell their homes due to new council tax surcharges of up to £7,500 annually. Learn about the impact and expert warnings.
State pensioners with any of 48 health conditions could claim up to £441 every four weeks via Attendance Allowance. Check your eligibility now for this non-means-tested support.
The DWP urges state pensioners to claim Pension Credit, worth £83 weekly. A postcode lottery exists, with uptake as low as 50% in some regions. Check your eligibility now.
The DWP urges state pensioners to check eligibility for Pension Credit, worth an average of £4,300 yearly, as a new trial targets regional disparities in uptake.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces major ISA changes cutting tax-free savings limit to £12,000, but state pensioners retain full £20,000 allowance. Learn how this affects you.
The DWP has confirmed five specific groups of state pensioners will not receive the £300 Winter Fuel Payment, despite some having low incomes. Find out if you are affected.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves ends Class 2 NI payments for pensioners overseas, requiring 10 years UK residency. Discover the impact on your state pension.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves announces a major ISA shake-up, cutting the cash allowance to £12,000 for under-65s. State pensioners are exempt. Discover the new rules.
An inquest hears how devoted pensioners David and Susan Jeffcock jumped from Whitby cliffs in a suicide pact after his cancer diagnosis. Read the full tragic story.