Retirement

Thursday, February 12, 2026 pension retirement statepension nationalinsurance pensionsact government pensionage lifeexpectancy dwp reforms

The state pension age—the earliest age at which you can begin claiming your state pension—is undergoing significant changes. Currently set at 66, it will gradually rise to 67 over the next two years. This change affects … Read More

Thursday, February 12, 2026 pension retirement statepension ageincrease nationalinsurance pensionsact government longevity dwp forecasting

The state pension age defines the earliest age at which individuals can start claiming their state pension, with the option to delay for higher payments later. Presently, this age is fixed at 66. However, in a staged … Read More

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 statepension pensionage pensionsact dwp retirement ukgovernment pensionreview lifeexpectancy pensionsavings autoenrolment

Starting this April, a significant change to the State Pension age will come into effect across the UK. The pension age is increasing from 66 to 67, marking the beginning of a phased transition that is expected to be complete … Read More

Tuesday, February 3, 2026 premiumbonds savings investment interestrates taxfree inflation isas governmentdebt retirement financialplanning

Premium Bonds holders are being advised to review their accounts ahead of significant changes to ensure they get the best possible results. Those who haven’t won any prizes recently may be wondering if it’s time to withdraw … Read More

Thursday, January 15, 2026 demolition retirement development somerset shoppingcentre housing conservation planning street council

A section of the long-standing but now disused Crispin Shopping Centre in Street, Somerset, is scheduled for demolition in the coming weeks. This marks the beginning of a transformative redevelopment project to create a … Read More

Thursday, January 15, 2026 somerset street demolition retirement housing development conservation churchill planning redevelopment

Plans to demolish part of the disused Crispin Shopping Centre in Street, Somerset, have been approved, paving the way for a new retirement housing development. Established in 1979, the centre has declined significantly since … Read More