Key facts
- State pensioners under 77 are receiving £965 every four weeks.
- The increase is due to the government's triple lock policy.
- A full National Insurance record is required for the full payment.
State pensioners under the age of 77 are now eligible for an enhanced payment of £965 every four weeks. This uplift in pension payments is a direct result of the government's commitment to the 'triple lock' policy. This policy mechanism ensures that the state pension increases annually by the highest of three measures: the rate of inflation, the average increase in wages, or 2.5%. To receive the full £965 payment, individuals must have a complete National Insurance record, which typically requires 35 qualifying years of contributions.