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How much more pensioners will get from next month as DWP increases begin
The UK government’s annual Triple Lock raises pensions by 4.8%, benefiting over 12 million pensioners with up to £780 extra yearly, the Treasury said.
- DWP confirmed benefits will rise from April 2026, affecting pension-age payments including the State Pension for millions, after Chancellor Rachel Reeves's autumn budget announcement.
- The triple lock ensures pensions rise by the highest of inflation, earnings growth, or 2.5%, and Treasury says this supports incomes for over 12 million pensioners.
- Specifically, the New State Pension will increase to £241.30 weekly, Attendance Allowance rises with the higher rate at £114.60 and the lower at £76.70, and SMG plus disability additions also rise.
- The Autumn Budget announced HM Revenue and Customs will temporarily ease tax returns for pensioners whose State Pension exceeds the £12,570 Personal Allowance by £36, lasting this Parliament.
- Despite weekly rises, some lump sums and the capital upper limit remain frozen, with the Office for Budget Responsibility finding the triple lock will support over 12 million pensioners but add to the fiscal cost.
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