This winter, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is rolling out a £150 Warm Home Discount (WHD) automatically to around 6 million households, an expansion that adds 2.7 million more eligible families . Key Details and Figures Category Details Discount Amount £150 applied directly to energy bills (not cash) Read more
State pensioners across the UK are potentially missing out on as much as £5,400 in lifetime pension payouts due to an HMRC administrative error. This issue revolves around missing National Insurance (NI) contributions, particularly linked to the Home Responsibilities Protection (HRP) scheme. Affected individuals—often women who cared for dependents—may receive Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed a major change to the UK State Pension age starting in April 2026. At present, both men and women can claim their pension once they reach 66 years old. However, from 2026, this age limit will gradually increase, and by March Read more
A growing chorus of financial analysts and think tanks is urging the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) to raise the State Pension age to 70 and reform the Triple Lock. These recommendations come as the policy becomes increasingly expensive, and the UK grapples with demographic shifts and fiscal constraints. Read more
Under the UK government’s Triple Lock policy, millions of pensioners may receive a £299 annual boost in their new State Pension from April 2026. This article explains how it works, who qualifies, and the financial impact—complete with a clear table for quick reference. How the Triple Lock System Works The Read more
As the UK continues to face economic pressures, a projected 4.6% increase in average earnings including bonuses could result in a £551 rise in the full new State Pension from £11,973 to around £12,524 per year. With only one month of earnings data left to confirm, the increase is expected Read more