Overview
- The Department for Work and Pensions says a retaken decision on state pension-age compensation for 1950s-born women is underway, with an outcome expected by the end of February 2026.
- A High Court order issued on December 3 requires the Work and Pensions Secretary to use his “best endeavours” to take and communicate a new decision within three months, following an out-of-court settlement that included £180,000 toward WASPI’s legal costs.
- The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman found maladministration in how changes were communicated and recommended payments of £1,000 to £2,950.
- In December 2024 the government accepted maladministration and apologised for delayed letters but rejected a blanket compensation scheme, citing potential costs of up to £10.5 billion.
- Campaign activity is escalating with coordinated emails to MPs, a drive to send one million letters, and a new official petition calling for an apology and compensation.