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Social Security
30 October 2024
Type
Written Ministerial Statement
Department
Department for Work and Pensions
At a Glance
Issue Summary
The statement discusses the annual review of state pension and benefit rates for the tax year 2025/26, with an increase in various rates.
Action Requested
The basic and new state pensions will be increased by 4.1%, while other benefits will see a 1.7% rise. Local housing allowance and the benefit cap will remain at their current levels for 2025/26. The full list of proposed rates will be placed in the Libraries of both Houses.
Key Facts
- New state pension rates will increase by over £470 from April.
- Basic and new state pensions, and the standard minimum guarantee in pension credit, will rise by 4.1%.
- Other benefits and statutory payments linked to participation in the labour market will see a 1.7% increase.
- Local housing allowance rates for 2025/26 will be maintained at the 2024/25 levels.
- The benefit cap will remain unchanged at its current level.
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