State Pensions
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Waspi women compensation petition calling for Parliament debate hits 230,000 signatures
News Waspi women have called on Leader of the House of Commons Penny Mordaunt to schedule time for MPs to debate and vote on a potential compensation package.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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How much state pension will I get?
Advice The full new state pension is currently £221.20 per week - but what you receive will depend on a number of factors. We look at how to work out exactly how much state pension you will get and when
By John Fitzsimons Last updated
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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 underpayments: HMRC contacts thousands of women over £1.3bn missing payments
News An estimated 210,000 women have missed out on state pension payments due to government errors. HMRC has started sending out letters to those affected - we explain who will receive one, and what to do if you think you're owed money but don't get a letter.
By Nicole García Mérida Last updated
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