Triple lock alert: DWP confirms exact amount state pensions will increase by in 2026
The triple lock increases the state pension by inflation, wage increases or 2.5 per cent
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Thousands to get an extra £100 a week plus £5,500 lump sum after major pension overhaul
Former mineworkers are receiving on average an extra £100 to their weekly pension payment
DWP confirms state pension and Universal Credit overhaul for January 2026 - full list of changes
Britons could be paid state pensions and DWP benefits earlier than expected due to bank holidays in the New Year
