£425 monthly payment on table for state pensioners at age 66 under Andy Burnham

NewsCost Of LivingAndy BurnhamDWP urged to change09:30, 29 Jul 2026The state pension age rising means Universal Credit could be rolled out to more 65-year-olds and 66-year-olds. As the Department for Work and Pensions raises the state pension age threshold for pensioners, those nearing the age could receive a DWP benefits boost.‌Andy Burnham, the new Labour Party government Prime Minister, is being urged by a a cross-party group of MPsto boost Universal Credit payments for 66-year-olds. They warn that poverty among pre-pensioners could spike sharply as the state pension age climbs to 67 by April 2028.‌The Work and Pensions Committee's report, published today, recommends Labour consult on the measure and implement it before the end of 2026. Universal Credit currently provides a standard all