UK DWP Announces £21.88 Monthly Increase for Pensioners Over 80
DWP confirms £21.88 cash boost for state pensioners over 80 in June

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Pensioners aged 80 and above in the UK will receive a monthly cash boost of up to £21.88 starting June, following a 4.8% increase in the State Pension. This uplift applies to the Category D State Pension, benefiting those with basic pensions below £110.75 per week.
- 01The 4.8% increase took effect on April 6, 2026, raising the weekly Category D State Pension from £105.70 to £110.75.
- 02Eligible pensioners can receive a total annual increase of £262.20, averaging £21.88 monthly.
- 03The over-80 pension is a top-up for those receiving less than £110.75 per week from their basic State Pension.
- 04Eligibility requires being a UK resident for at least 10 years out of a 20-year period or being ordinarily resident on the 80th birthday.
- 05The over-80 pension is taxable income and may affect other benefits claimed.
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Starting in June, older state pensioners in the UK aged 80 or over will benefit from a monthly cash boost of up to £21.88. This increase is part of a 4.8% uplift to the State Pension that came into effect on April 6, 2026, marking the beginning of the new tax year. The weekly rate for the Category D State Pension has risen from £105.70 to £110.75, resulting in an annual increase of £262.20 for eligible claimants. To qualify for this pension top-up, individuals must be aged 80 or older and have a basic State Pension of less than £110.75 per week. The over-80 pension acts as a supplement to existing pensions and is available to those who have been UK residents for at least 10 years out of the last 20 years. Claimants should be aware that this pension counts as taxable income, potentially affecting other benefits they may be receiving. Applications can be made through local Jobcentre Plus or by contacting the Pension Service directly.
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This increase provides essential financial support to older pensioners, helping them manage living costs.
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