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Liverpool Echo
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State pension alert over 'unexpected' rule change

5+ hour, 20+ min ago  (349+ words) Significant reforms to the state pension are currently taking place. Yet many people don't even believe the changes are happening. Specialists worry that certain people may be unaware that these rule changes affect them directly. Worryingly, research conducted by the…...

Liverpool Echo
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Martin Lewis' pension 'rule' for anyone who wants 'better retirement"

2+ day, 1+ hour ago  (472+ words) Martin Lewis has revealed a 'rule of thumb' which he believes could help people secure a 'better retirement'. The Money Saving Expert founder shared this guidance during the latest instalment of ITV's The Martin Lewis Money Show last night (May…...

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getsurrey. co. uk > news > cost-of-living > dwp-state-pension-change-warning-33891745

DWP state pension change warning over 'growing gap' for claimants

2+ day, 10+ hour ago  (459+ words) A pensions specialist has called on people to review how upcoming changes to DWP state pension rules will impact them. Significant change to DWP eligibility criteria are now being implemented and could take people by surprise. She explained: "Those in…...

Liverpool Echo
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Pensioners could see major State Pension Triple lock change

4+ day, 5+ hour ago  (564+ words) The state pension triple lock " long considered politically untouchable " is now under increasing scrutiny as defence concerns and mounting pressure on public finances prompt a fundamental reassessment among senior politicians. In a remarkable development, prominent figures from across the political…...

Manchester Evening News
getsurrey. co. uk > news > cost-of-living > dwp-state-pension-warning-many-33864194

DWP State Pension warning as 'many are unaware' of "4, 300 scheme

1+ week, 1+ day ago  (463+ words) State pensioners and those nearing retirement have been urged to review the DWP regulations that affect them. Now is an opportune moment to do so as the qualifying criteria for the benefit are presently undergoing changes. It's certainly worthwhile checking…...

Liverpool Echo
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State pension alert over "300 payments into bank accounts

1+ week, 5+ day ago  (424+ words) People receiving the state pension are being encouraged to check whether they're eligible for extra payments. Experts in welfare benefits have warned that many people remain unaware they could claim more, as some recipients could boost their entitlement by several…...

Lancs Live
getsurrey. co. uk > news > cost-of-living > 2-groups-benefit-state-pension-33783559

2 groups that may benefit from state pension change from April 2026

2+ week, 4+ day ago  (444+ words) The state pension age represents the earliest point at which someone in the UK can access their state pension. Beginning in April 2026, it will rise from 66 to 67 through a gradual rollout over the following two years. Dr Kathy Hartley, Interim…...

Liverpool Echo
getsurrey. co. uk > news > cost-of-living > state-pension-age-update-new-33728755

State pension age update over 'flexible' early access scheme

1+ mon, 5+ hour ago  (437+ words) Experts have reiterated demands for a framework allowing early access to their state pension. This follows recent comments in Parliament from a senior DWP minister, who said this is a key idea to consider. The qualifying age for claiming your…...

Lancs Live
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UK citizens can get 'tax-free lump sum' with 'inexpensive' move

1+ mon, 2+ week ago  (764+ words) Thinking about what will happen to the financial health of our loved ones when we pass away can be tricky to fathom, let alone prepare for. And the idea of yet another expense is not overly attractive when mortgage rates…...

Liverpool Echo
getsurrey. co. uk > news > cost-of-living > pensioners-missing-out-on-dwp-33562542

Pensioners 'missing out on' DWP support due to three mistakes

1+ mon, 4+ week ago  (473+ words) Millions of Britons could be missing out on thousands of pounds each year after reaching 66 owing to one vital DWP benefit. Feelings of shame, confusion over who qualifies, and a general lack of awareness are all acting as obstacles, it…...