There are a number of key changes happening to state pensions over the next few weeks.
Every year April sees the start of a new tax year meaning that many peoples' finances see a bit of a shake up. State pensions are not exempt from adjustments and this year there will be six main changes to the benefit.
Some changes will affect everyone, while others are specific to groups such as married women and the over-80s. But for many the state pension is their primary source of income so it may be a worrying time.
