Guide to benefits when you reach State Pension age
Many people in financial need are missing out on extra money that they are entitled to. When you reach State Pension age, you could apply for additional support. Find out […]
Think tank report what may be ahead for future Pensioners.
Researchers at the Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) published a major report on July 2nd, to improve the situation for future pensioners in the longterm. Always conscious of cost some […]
Civil Service Pension increase from today
Civil Service pensions, and other public service pensions, rise by 1.7% from today (7th April), in line with the September 2024 CPI inflation rate. Pensions that have only been in […]
Let’s Talk: Old vs New Pension
Join us as we discuss the differences between the old and the new state pension with our pension official, Chris Haswell and our guest speaker, Lord Bryn Davies. If there […]
LLA in the press: Millions more pensioners to face tax bomb
By David Williamson, Chief Political CommentatorPublished Sat Feb 8 2025 via express.co.uk Read article Rachel Reeves urged to spare pensioners as fears grow millions more will face tax bomb It is […]
State Pension increase announced
On Tuesday 5th February, Minister for Social Security and Disability, Sir Stephen Timms MP (Lab, East Ham), delivered a statement on the draft Social Security Benefits Up-rating Order 2025, which were approved. Related […]
Compensation for women debate
A Westminster Hall debate was held on Wednesday 15th January on compensation for women affected by changes to the State Pension age. The debate opened with Sir John Hayes MP […]
WASPI Women feel betrayed
WASPI Women ‘feel betrayed’ by the Government decision not to compensate Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Liz Kendall MP has today announced that no compensation will be paid […]
BBC: Concern over state pension errors for widows
Read article on the BBC website Some people who were widowed when they retired could be missing out on some of their state pension, a former minister has claimed. Various […]
State Pension: What you need to know from Independent Age
State Pension Learning Resources Tax and Pension Credits State Pension Taking the time to learn about the State Pension can help you plan and feel more confident about retirement. A recent survey carried […]