The State Pension age is set to rise from 66 to 67 between 2026 and 2028.
A planned rise in the State Pension age to 68 will not be decided until a new review is conducted two years after the next General Election. However, Work and Pensions Secretary Mel Stride recently confirmed that the planned increase in the State Pension age from 66 to 67 should go ahead between 2026 and 2028, a move that has been in legislation since 2014.
He asked Mr Stride: “Will the Secretary of State consider leaving access to Pension Credit at age 66 when the State Pension age rises to 67 in three years’ time?” Top Money Stories Today DWP is continuing its campaign to encourage more older people of State Pension age not to miss out on an average income boost of up to £3,500 a year through Pension Credit. The benefit can unlock extra help with daily living costs including Council Tax, housing costs and heating bills.
People can check their eligibility for Pension Credit using the online calculator or by calling the Pension Credit helpline on 0800 99 1234. Other help if you get Pension Credit If you qualify for Pension Credit you can also get other help, such as:
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