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Now the State Pension age is rising to 67, what will you get and when?

Roger Eddowes

CREATED BY ROGER EDDOWES

Published: 20/04/2026 @ 09:00AM

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The State Pension age is increasing to 67, meaning some individuals will need to wait a bit longer to claim. The positive aspect is that pension payments are also on the rise, and the rules are quite simple to understand ...

The State Pension age is now rising to 67, meaning that individuals will receive their pension at a later age than before

The State Pension age is now rising to 67, meaning that individuals will receive their pension at a later age than before

For many people, that means a later start to retirement income than planned. For anyone trying to make sense of the change, the main question is simple: when does it begin, and how much will be paid?

The shift to 67 does not happen to everyone at once!

It happens in stages, so pension eligibility depends on a person's date of birth. This means some people will experience a short delay, while others will feel the full effect of the increase in the retirement age later on.

For those who qualify for the full State Pension, the weekly amount is £241.30, equivalent to £12,547.60 a year. People who reached pension age before April 2016 may instead receive the old basic State Pension, currently £184.90 a week, or £9,614.80 a year. These pension payments rise in line with the triple lock, so a state pension increase usually arrives each year.

It is worth noting that the full amount is not automatically paid to everyone. In general, a person needs 35 qualifying years of National Insurance contributions to receive the full new State Pension, although those with gaps in their record may receive less. In practice, this makes pension eligibility just as important as the headline figure.

The State Pension age matters because it shapes the timing
of retirement, not just the size of the payment!

Some people can continue to work full-time, while others may need to bridge the gap with savings, benefits, or a part-time role. This is why changes to the retirement age can have markedly different effects depending on income, health, and personal circumstances.

The State Pension age is likely to remain a hot topic for many, especially as life expectancy, work patterns, and public finances continue to evolve. For now, the key takeaway is straightforward: know the date and check your records.

That way, you'll understand the payments that follow.

Until next time ...


ROGER EDDOWES
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About Roger Eddowes ...

Roger Eddowes 

Roger trained at Edward Thomas Peirson & Sons in Market Harborough before working at Hartwell & Co, followed by Chancery, as a partner. He started Essendon Accounts and Tax with Helen Beaumont in 2014 as a general practitioner with a hands-on approach.

Roger loves getting his hands dirty, working with emerging, small-to-medium and family businesses to ensure they receive the best possible accountancy advice. Roger utilises an extensive network of business contacts to leverage the best guidance and practical solutions.

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