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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Reaching State Pension Age on Universal Credit

05 March 2020 · Department for Work and Pensions

Proposed by Thérèse Coffey

Benefits & Welfare

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At a glance

Key points

  • Reaching State Pension Age on Universal Credit will be addressed through amended regulations.
  • A run-on payment will be provided for the Assessment Period for affected individuals.
  • The changes will benefit around 200,000 pensioners and cost approximately 70 million over five years.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the transition from Universal Credit to pensioner benefits for those reaching State Pension Age.

Action requested

We are amending regulations to ensure a smooth transition by providing a run-on payment for the Assessment Period when individuals reach State Pension Age, benefiting approximately 200,000 pensioners and costing around £70 million over five years. Legislation will be amended later this year.

Key facts

  • The amendment ensures there is no gap in benefit provision as people approach State Pension Age.
  • Approximately 200,000 pensioners will benefit from the run-on payment.
  • The average benefit per person is £350.
  • The cost over five years is around £70 million.
  • Legislation will be amended later this year.
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