Key facts
- DWP confirmed key birthdates for the 2026 state pension age change.
- Individuals born on or after specific dates will receive their state pension later.
- The change takes effect in 2026.
The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has confirmed the specific birthdates that will be impacted by the upcoming adjustment to the state pension age. This change, set to be implemented in 2026, means individuals born on or after certain dates will have to wait longer to claim their state pension. The DWP's clarification details the timeline and criteria for this significant policy shift.