State pension UK: how much, how to claim and the triple lock
The new State Pension needs 35 qualifying NI years for the full rate and 10 years for any payment. State Pension Age is 66 in 2026-27, rising to 67 between 2026 and 2028. The triple lock uplifts the weekly amount each April by the highest of earnings, CPI, or 2.5 percent.
Best UK SIPP: providers, fees, contributions and withdrawal rules
A Self-Invested Personal Pension lets the holder pick the investments inside a UK registered pension. This 2026 guide covers tax relief, the annual and money purchase allowances, fees, withdrawal from age 55 (57 from 2028) and how a SIPP compares to ISAs.
