New State Pensioners to Receive £2,932 More Following Major DWP Update
Friday, March 20, 2026
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Starting April 6, new State Pensioners will benefit from a significant increase in their weekly payments, resulting in an additional £2,932 annually for some. The new State Pension will rise from its current weekly rate of £230.25 to £241.30—an increase of £11.05 per week—thanks to the government’s Triple Lock guarantee.
For those receiving the full new State Pension, annual payments will jump from £11,973 to £12,547.60, providing pensioners with an extra £575 in the new tax year.