Government has been warned it could struggle to cover the state pension bill if its tax receipts take a hit, one expert has said.
Thousands of Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) pensioners die with mortgage debt as families are left to foot the bill, it has been warned.
DWP state pension age is set to increase from 66 to 67 between 2026 and 2028.
Major changes to the state pension are happening from next year
A new petition is calling on the government to abolish the Basic State Pension and move 8.1 million pensioners to the New State Pension, which would increase to match average earnings of £722 per week
The Industrial Injuries Disablement Benefit pays £225.30 per week and you can be under state pension age to claim it from the DWP.
The state pension will increase next year but many will not be entitled to the uprating.
Thousands of older people could fall through the cracks after major changes
Eligible pensioners can get an extra dose of cash each month to boost their State Pension.
Retirees with modest private pensions could soon face income tax bills under new regulations.
State pensioners may be forced to work until age 80 under a shake-up from the Department for Work and Pensions, or DWP.
State pensioners can claim Pension Credit if they earn less than about £227 per week
Some people may not be aware of benefits or payments which can no longer be claimed after reaching retirement age.
Benefits are available to help with daily living and many are not means-tested
The NHS has highlighted a range of DWP benefits available to people over State Pension age to help with care costs
There are a range of benefits available for pensioners who have an illness or disability that means they need help
The UK Government is being urged to move everyone to the New State Pension and increase the weekly payment rates.
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