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Nuray Bulbul and Arielle Domb

UK state pension rise: highest and lowest retirement ages compared worldwide

State pensions in the UK are reviewed at least every five years as part of the 2014 Pensions Act - (PA Archive)

The UK state pension age will rise from 66 to 67 for men and women by 2028. The increase will begin gradually from May 6, 2026.

State pensions in the UK are reviewed at least every five years as part of the 2014 Pensions Act. The review considers factors such as increased life expectancy.

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