State Pensions
The latest news, updates and opinions on State Pensions from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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State pension fund ‘to run dry’ in 20 years ‒ will you get one?
Spending on state benefits, including the state pension, are set to escalate in the years ahead, calling into question how sustainable the pension is in its current form
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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5 UK pension changes you should know about in 2024
This year is shaping up to be a big one for pensions, with the Conservatives and Labour competing to attract pensioner votes. Here's how it will impact pension savers or retirees.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Government identifies £570 million of state pension underpayments - are you owed money?
News We have the latest details of the government's investigation into underpaid state pensions following admin errors.
By Marc Shoffman Published
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UK state pension could hit £13,000 ‘in next five years’
The state pension triple lock could add more than £1,500 to the state support if it’s continued beyond the next general election by the next government.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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Waspi women: could they get £10,000 compensation under new bill?
Many women born in the 1950s got a raw deal due to the rising state pension age. The “Waspi” campaign group has been lobbying for compensation for years - we outline the journey so far, and whether they might finally receive some money.
By Ruth Emery Published
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State pension age may rise to 71 – when will you get yours?
News Research warns the shrinking workforce and rising life expectancy may push up the state pension age
By Marc Shoffman Published
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State pension triple lock should be scrapped, says IFS
The Institute for Fiscal Studies has called for the triple lock to be replaced, and says the state pension age should only rise when life expectancy rises. But would its suggestions work?
By Ruth Emery Published
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£500 million state pension underpayments identified - are you owed money?
News The DWP has so far identified £500m in state pension underpayments between January 2021 to October 2023. We explain how to check if you’ve been affected and how to claim your money back.
By Nicole García Mérida Last updated
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State pension gap: £2,600 shortfall to secure “basic retirement”
The state pension will rise 8.5% in April, reaching £11,502 a year. But that is still some way below the amount of money needed for a basic retirement income.
By Ruth Emery Last updated