Clear, accessible pension awareness guides for British adults — helping you understand your options and prepare for a comfortable retirement.
The full new State Pension is £221.20 per week (2025/26)
State Pension age is currently 66 for both men and women
You need 35 qualifying years for the full new State Pension
You can check your State Pension forecast on Gov.uk
Practical, jargon-free guides to help you understand your pension and plan for retirement.
A plain-English guide to the UK State Pension — how it works, how much you can expect, and how to check your forecast.
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From age 55 (rising to 57 in 2028), you can generally begin accessing your private pension savings, though taking money early may not always be the best decision.
A good time to review your State Pension forecast on Gov.uk and assess whether you are on track for the retirement income you need.
The current State Pension age for both men and women. You can choose to defer your State Pension to receive a higher amount later.
An important time to review your pension arrangements and ensure they continue to meet your needs and those of any dependants.
You can check your State Pension forecast online at Gov.uk using the 'Check your State Pension forecast' service. You will need a Government Gateway account. The forecast shows how much State Pension you could get based on your National Insurance record.
For 2025/26, the full new State Pension is £221.20 per week, which is £11,502.40 per year. You need 35 qualifying years of National Insurance contributions to receive the full amount.
Yes — if you have gaps in your National Insurance record, you may be able to make voluntary contributions to fill them and increase your State Pension entitlement. You can also defer your State Pension to receive a higher weekly amount.
A defined benefit (final salary) pension pays a guaranteed income based on your salary and years of service. A defined contribution pension builds up a pot of money based on contributions and investment growth, which you then use to provide retirement income.
Weekly pension and retirement planning awareness guides for British adults aged 55+.
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