Pensions

HMRC is warning about a State Pension mistake millions make every year

HMRC issues warning about State Pension mistake millions have already made

HMRC has warned that more pensioners will interact with the tax system as bank savings data, rising pensions and frozen tax thresholds affect their tax bills.

HMRC has warned that more pensioners will interact with the tax system as bank savings data, rising pensions and frozen tax thresholds affect their tax bills.

Pensioners face shock demands from HMRC as bank interest is checked

The State Pension age is rising from 66 to 67, with the change being phased in between April 2026 and April 2028.

The State Pension age is rising from 66 to 67, with the change being phased in between April 2026 and April 2028.

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How every age group is affected as DWP hikes state pension age

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden as campaigners call for the State Pension raised to £14,500, arguing it should at least match the minimum wage for younger workers.

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden as campaigners call for the State Pension raised to £14,500, arguing it should at least match the minimum wage for younger workers.

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Pensioners could get thousands more under Minimum Wage State Pension bid

The average age at which people choose to retire is 65 for men and 64 for women, says research

The average age at which people choose to retire is 65 for men and 64 for women, says research

Millions face a £312,000 pension shortfall – five ways to boost your pot

More than 5,000 people have backed a petition calling for a universal State Pension from age 60 worth £610.08 a week.

More than 5,000 people have backed a petition calling for a universal State Pension from age 60 worth £610.08 a week.

Thousands back call for DWP State Pension from age 60 and increase to £610.08 a week

Martin Lewis explains the difference between pension withdrawals, drawdown and annuities, and why taking money at the wrong time could increase your tax bill.

Martin Lewis explains the difference between pension withdrawals, drawdown and annuities, and why taking money at the wrong time could increase your tax bill.

Martin Lewis reveals the simple pension mistake that could trigger an HMRC bill

Grandparents who help with childcare could be missing out on up to £7,170 in extra State Pension through little-known HMRC childcare credits.

Grandparents who help with childcare could be missing out on up to £7,170 in extra State Pension through little-known HMRC childcare credits.

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HMRC pension scheme worth £7,170 is being missed by thousands of grandparents

Millions of pensioners could find themselves paying tax on their State Pension as payments rise faster than tax thresholds, with analysis showing future tax bills could reach £1,598 a year.

Millions of pensioners could find themselves paying tax on their State Pension as payments rise faster than tax thresholds, with analysis showing future tax bills could reach £1,598 a year.

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DWP State Pension could top £20,500 by 2046 but HMRC tax bills could hit £1,598

There are an estimated 3.3 million lost pension pots worth £31.1bn across the UK.

There are an estimated 3.3 million lost pension pots worth £31.1bn across the UK.

Millions could be owed an average £9,470 from a forgotten pension – how to check

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden is under pressure as MPs from many parties call for an urgent Universal Credit boost for some 66-year-olds as the State Pension age rises

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden is under pressure as MPs from many parties call for an urgent Universal Credit boost for some 66-year-olds as the State Pension age rises

Universal Credit claimants could get benefits boost to combat State Pension age rise

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves leaves Downing Street as the latest State Pension age increase has come into force, affecting millions.

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves leaves Downing Street as the latest State Pension age increase has come into force, affecting millions.

DWP State Pension Age warning as retirement age changes today - full list of dates

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden as millions born after 6 April 1977 are currently set to wait until age 68 for their State Pension.

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden as millions born after 6 April 1977 are currently set to wait until age 68 for their State Pension.

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State Pension age is rising and anyone born after April 6 1977 faces another increase

Millions are workers are losing money every month on their pensions - here's how to make yours work for you

Millions are workers are losing money every month on their pensions - here's how to make yours work for you

Millions losing money on their pensions every month - how to maximise retirement cash

Thousands of pensioners are being contacted directly as the Government steps up efforts to reach people missing out on Pension Credit.

Thousands of pensioners are being contacted directly as the Government steps up efforts to reach people missing out on Pension Credit.

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Check your post as DWP sends out thousands of letters to pensioners about extra cash

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden speaks as people approaching retirement are being urged to check their State Pension age due to major changes beginning to take effect.

Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden speaks as people approaching retirement are being urged to check their State Pension age due to major changes beginning to take effect.

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Born after this date? You could wait longer for your DWP State Pension

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced that there would be help in her autumn budget, but it is being branded 'seriously flawed' by experts

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves announced that there would be help in her autumn budget, but it is being branded 'seriously flawed' by experts

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Bolton pensioners to miss out on state pension tax break

Scottish Widows says 12.2 million Britons remain at risk of pension poverty despite improvements in retirement savings.

Scottish Widows says 12.2 million Britons remain at risk of pension poverty despite improvements in retirement savings.

The pension mistake experts say most people don’t notice until it’s too late

There's an urgent alert for pensioners as payments delayed and scams spiral

There's an urgent alert for pensioners as payments delayed and scams spiral

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Urgent alert for pensioners as payments delayed and HMRC scams spiral

Millions of Britons are being urged to review their finances before the April 5 tax deadline amid warnings of a growing “stealth tax” trap.Experts say rising incomes, including the state pension, are pushing more people into paying tax as

Millions of Britons are being urged to review their finances before the April 5 tax deadline amid warnings of a growing “stealth tax” trap.Experts say rising incomes, including the state pension, are pushing more people into paying tax as

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Millions of pensioners risk surprise HMRC bill as Personal Allowance hit by rise

“It’s essential the industry urgently gets to grips with the issues facing pension savers

“It’s essential the industry urgently gets to grips with the issues facing pension savers

Brits with pensions given 6 month warning by Which? over 'not fit for purpose' system

State Pension Age increases mean millions fear they will never be able to retire comfortably

State Pension Age increases mean millions fear they will never be able to retire comfortably

State Pension Age increases mean millions fear they will never be able to retire

Millions risk losing pension tax relief this April

Millions risk losing pension tax relief this April

£3,600 HMRC pension boost available before April 5 but millions could miss it

All the DWP benefits and pension rises from April 2026

All the DWP benefits and pension rises from April 2026

All the DWP benefits and pensions increases next month – full list of rises confirmed

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves promised cost of living changes in her autumn budget last November. Here's what's coming in and who it could help.

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves promised cost of living changes in her autumn budget last November. Here's what's coming in and who it could help.

Cost of living help landing next month as government support rolls out for families

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, as the full list of DWP benefit increases for 2026/27, including State Pension under the Triple Lock, Universal Credit, disability benefits and Carer’s Allowance has now been published

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves, as the full list of DWP benefit increases for 2026/27, including State Pension under the Triple Lock, Universal Credit, disability benefits and Carer’s Allowance has now been published

DWP confirms full list of benefit and pension increases from April 2026

New pension reforms to help millions of public sector workers, say ministers

New pension reforms to help millions of public sector workers, say ministers

New pension reforms to help millions of public sector workers from April

Many taxpayers are missing out on HMRC pension allowances and other ways to cut their tax bill, and experts advise leaving time to avoid rushing to submit, or missing the deadline altogether.

Many taxpayers are missing out on HMRC pension allowances and other ways to cut their tax bill, and experts advise leaving time to avoid rushing to submit, or missing the deadline altogether.

HMRC pension loophole millions are missing out on as key deadline looms this month

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden arrives for a Cabinet meeting in Downing Street, London.

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden arrives for a Cabinet meeting in Downing Street, London.

New DWP powers to check bank accounts limited to these three pensions and benefits

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden arrives for a Cabinet meeting in Downing Street, London as new DWP powers now mean Pension Credit claimants' bank accounts can be checked on behalf of the DWP

Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden arrives for a Cabinet meeting in Downing Street, London as new DWP powers now mean Pension Credit claimants' bank accounts can be checked on behalf of the DWP

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DWP powers to check some pensioners' bank accounts 'rolling out'

The cold weather has arrived, but there is help from Winter Fuel Payments, Warm Home Discount, £150 energy bill reduction, DWP Cold Weather Payment and Household Support Fund - here's who is eligible and how to apply

The cold weather has arrived, but there is help from Winter Fuel Payments, Warm Home Discount, £150 energy bill reduction, DWP Cold Weather Payment and Household Support Fund - here's who is eligible and how to apply

Cold Weather Payments

All the DWP benefits and grants to help beat the cold weather this winter

It's good news for many pensioners as the DWP confirms the amount pensions will rise by in 2026

It's good news for many pensioners as the DWP confirms the amount pensions will rise by in 2026

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Millions of pensioners set for payment boost from April 2026

There's a £10 bonus payment for many pensioners and DWP benefits claimants this December, but according to inflation, it should be almost £180

There's a £10 bonus payment for many pensioners and DWP benefits claimants this December, but according to inflation, it should be almost £180

Millions of pensioners and DWP benefits claimants to receive bonus cash payment

A petition has been launched to adjust the £10 DWP Christmas Bonus and increase it to £180

A petition has been launched to adjust the £10 DWP Christmas Bonus and increase it to £180

'Insulting' DWP Christmas bonus should rise to £180 for pensioners and claimants

Nine million pensioners are being urged to check their bank accounts for this DWP 6-digit code this month

Nine million pensioners are being urged to check their bank accounts for this DWP 6-digit code this month

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Millions of pensioners urged to check bank accounts for DWP 6-digit code this month

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivering her Budget in the House of Commons, London. Picture date: Wednesday November 26, 2025.

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves delivering her Budget in the House of Commons, London. Picture date: Wednesday November 26, 2025.

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What does the budget mean for pensioners, and those approaching State Pension age?

Pensioners will be watching the budget closely ahead of a promised increase from the triple lock manifesto pledge

Pensioners will be watching the budget closely ahead of a promised increase from the triple lock manifesto pledge

How much could your state pension increase by next year?

The rate of Consumer Prices Index inflation remained unchanged at 3.8% in September, the Office for National Statistics said.

The rate of Consumer Prices Index inflation remained unchanged at 3.8% in September, the Office for National Statistics said.

DWP benefits and pensions warning as CPI inflation hits 3.8 per cent

More than 1.1m people over pension age could pay income tax on savings accounts

More than 1.1m people over pension age could pay income tax on savings accounts

More than 1 million pensioners could have to pay income tax on savings accounts

State Pension boost is likely for millions as new figures are 'slightly higher than expected’

State Pension boost is likely for millions as new figures are 'slightly higher than expected’

State Pension boost due for millions as new figures 'higher than expected’

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall speaking to the media outside the Department for Work and Pensions in Westminster, London, after she announced that women affected by changes to the state pension age will not receive compensation.

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall speaking to the media outside the Department for Work and Pensions in Westminster, London, after she announced that women affected by changes to the state pension age will not receive compensation.

Calls that could cut State Pension age to 60 backed by thousands

Mooted HMRC pension changes in the autumn budget could be an 'omnishambles' says a new report

Mooted HMRC pension changes in the autumn budget could be an 'omnishambles' says a new report

HMRC pension changes in Autumn Budget risk U-turn 'within a matter of weeks'

The State Pension age could rise to 70 following a government review, sparking anger from unions

The State Pension age could rise to 70 following a government review, sparking anger from unions

DWP State Pension age could go up to 70 as new report looks at aging population

HMRC is to tax bigger pension pots of wealthier workers who die before pension age

HMRC is to tax bigger pension pots of wealthier workers who die before pension age

HMRC to tax pension pots of workers who die before pension age

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall giving a speech at the Coin Street Neighbourhood Centre in London, introducing the next phase of the Pensions Review.

Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall giving a speech at the Coin Street Neighbourhood Centre in London, introducing the next phase of the Pensions Review.

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State Pension Age could rise more quickly as DWP announces review

Finance experts have issued a warning due to DWP payment changes for Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit and others next week

Finance experts have issued a warning due to DWP payment changes for Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit and others next week

DWP changes for Universal Credit, State Pensions, Child Benefit and others next week

Jason Isaacs and Stephen Fry join campaign for better pensions for all

Jason Isaacs and Stephen Fry join campaign for better pensions for all

Jason Isaacs and Stephen Fry join campaign for better pensions for all

DWP benefits and pensions will see payment date changes for the two May Bank holiday s in 2025

DWP benefits and pensions will see payment date changes for the two May Bank holiday s in 2025

DWP payment changes for benefits and pensions May Bank holidays 2025

There's a State Pension warning as four in 10 people surveyed made a major retirement mistake

There's a State Pension warning as four in 10 people surveyed made a major retirement mistake

DWP State Pension warning as four in 10 make major retirement mistake

Martin Lewis has urged people to check their HMRC National Insurance record and make sure they are eligible for the full state pension

Martin Lewis has urged people to check their HMRC National Insurance record and make sure they are eligible for the full state pension

HMRC to give one last chance for full State Pension after computer error

Easter is moving some DWP and HMRC payment dates - here's a guide to when to expect them to land in your account

Easter is moving some DWP and HMRC payment dates - here's a guide to when to expect them to land in your account

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Easter bank holiday payment dates for Pensions, Universal Credit and Child Benefit

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis said the boost to State Pensions could be worth 'without exaggeration' £10,000

Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis said the boost to State Pensions could be worth 'without exaggeration' £10,000

Thousands act to boost state pensions by £1,900 ahead of deadline this weekend

Eligible pensioners will see an increase of more than £400 from next month - have you applied?

Eligible pensioners will see an increase of more than £400 from next month - have you applied?

Poorest pensioners will receive an extra £465 from April 2025, DWP confirms

State Pension payments will increase by £470 in April, but nearly half a million pensioners are set to miss out on the boost

State Pension payments will increase by £470 in April, but nearly half a million pensioners are set to miss out on the boost

State Pension warning as thousands to be denied £470 payment increase