Pension Credit information guide
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State Pension information guide
If you’ve reached State Pension age, you’re entitled to the State Pension. This is a regular payment made to you by the Government and it’s based on your National Insurance contributions. Download our guide to find out more.
This guide outlines both systems for claiming the State Pension and advises on getting ready for retirement. It covers:
- the two different systems for claiming the State Pension – the basic State Pension and the new State Pension
- how much State Pension you’ll get
- how to claim State Pension
- claiming State Pension while working.
This guide also lists useful organisations that you can contact for further information and services relating to your State Pension.
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