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UK State Pension Age Rising to 67 by 2026

4/2/2026

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  • The UK state pension age rises from 66 to 67, effective April 2026, affecting millions.
  • Those born after April 1960 will see their retirement age rise gradually, with the last group reaching 67 by March 1961.
  • Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) continues to seek compensation for inadequate communication about pension changes.
  • Experts warn of confusion and income gaps during the transition and concerns about poverty among older people.