Overview

• The State Pension age will increase from 66 to 67 starting May 6, 2026, under the Pensions Act 2014.
• This change impacts individuals born between April 6, 1960, and April 5, 1977, with eligibility phased based on birth month.
• The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) will notify those affected well in advance through official letters.
• The increase is part of efforts to ensure the sustainability of the pension system in response to rising life expectancy.
• A further increase to a State Pension age of 68 is legislated to occur between 2044 and 2046 under the Pensions Act 2007.