DWP confirms new weekly payment rates for people on State Pension | UK | News
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released its new weekly payment rates for those who receive the State Pension or benefits.
Around 13 million State Pensioners will receive a 4.8% rise in payments from April 2026. Recipients of Personal Independence Payment (PIP), a form of benefits for those who live with disabilities and Carer Allowances, will receive an increase of 3.8%.
Pat McFadden, the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, publicly shared the new payment rates after Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced the Labour Autumn Budget to Parliament.
He said: “This delivers on our commitment to the Triple Lock, increasing these rates in line with the highest of growth in prices, growth in earnings or 2.5%.”
Under the Universal Credit Act 2025, receivers will also receive more money, with the Standard Allowance increasing by £295 per year for individuals aged 25 and above. For couples with one person aged 25 and over, the increase will be £465.
The Daily Record reports that the Standard Minimum Guarantee in Pension Credit will increase by 4.8% in line with a person’s average earnings.
Single pensioners will receive £238 a week compared to couples who will get £363.25, according to the Daily Record.
McFadden said: “In England and Wales, Personal Independence Payment and other benefits to help with additional needs arising from disability, the rate of Carer’s Allowance will also increase by 3.8%. In Scotland, these are devolved matters.
To view the full breakdown of benefit and pension rates that will be implemented from April 2026 visit GOV.UK.
