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- The UK state pension has risen by over £500 annually under the triple lock.
- From April 2026, the state pension age rises from 65 to 67.
- The change is projected to save the Treasury about £10 billion annually by 2030, while a government review considers delaying to 68.
- Charities warn the higher age could affect lower-income areas with shorter life expectancies.
- Pension Credit has risen by 4.8% for eligible claimants.
