State Pensions
The latest news, updates and opinions on State Pensions from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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State pension errors: DWP urged to check for mistakes among divorced people
Former pensions minister Steve Webb says there are a high number of divorced women on low state pensions. Now MPs want the DWP to check if there were any errors in “potentially underpaying men and women who are divorced”.
By Ruth Emery Published
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Revealed: the countries with the most generous pensions
The UK state pension is often criticised for failing to deliver a comfortable retirement. So, how does our pension system compare to other countries - which countries are most generous, and at what age can you claim a state pension?
By Ruth Emery Published
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State pension warning as families opting out of child benefit hits record high
Up to one million parents could be losing out on £6,500 in retirement because they have opted out of receiving child benefit.
By Ruth Emery Published
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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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