As of April 2025, the UK government has increased the full new State Pension to £230.25 per week, up from £221.20 in 2024—a 4.1% rise driven by the Triple Lock mechanism, which ensures pensions increase annually by the highest of inflation, average earnings growth, or 2.5%. This change benefits millions of retirees, but not everyone will receive the full amount. Your National … Read more
As cost of living pressures continue to impact millions across the UK, the government has confirmed a new £200 Cost of Living Payment to be issued in 2025. This one-off financial boost is aimed at low-income households and individuals struggling with rising energy bills, food prices, and housing costs. Backed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and local councils via the Household Support Fund (HSF), this … Read more
The Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) campaign has brought significant attention to the plight of millions of women born in the 1950s, who were adversely affected by changes to the UK State Pension age. Recent developments have seen the UK government rejecting compensation recommendations, leading to potential legal actions by the campaigners. This article provides a … Read more
Thousands of WASPI women are now being urged to act by checking key documents that could unlock long-awaited compensation. As of May 2025, the push for redress is gaining momentum, and those affected by sudden state pension age changes must ensure they have the right paperwork before making a claim. Who Are the WASPI Women? … Read more