Women born between September 6, 1950, and September 5, 1960, who were affected by the increase in the state pension age, are now set to receive compensation under the WASPI (Women Against State Pension Inequality) scheme. The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is in the process of delivering compensation ranging from £1000 to £2950 … Read more
The UK State Pension Age changes set for the coming years—starting with adjustments marked by August 2025—are among the most significant shifts to the country’s retirement system in decades. Whether you are approaching retirement or still early in your career, these updates will likely impact when you can stop working and how much income you … Read more
The rising cost of everyday essentials—food, heating, and transport—continues to put pressure on households across the UK. To help ease this financial strain, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed a series of Cost of Living Payments for 2025, worth up to £500 per eligible household. The payments will be made automatically in … Read more
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed that pensioners across the UK will receive a significant financial uplift from September 2025. The announcement of a £4,300 annual boost marks one of the largest state pension increases in recent history, designed to help retirees cope with the persistent cost-of-living crisis, rising energy prices, and … Read more