State pension frozen for some UK retirees abroad

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 7 Oct, 13:19 · Archive

Britons retiring abroad face frozen State Pensions depending on their destination country.

Britons planning to retire abroad face a significant warning from the Department of Work and Pensions: their State Pension could be frozen depending on their destination country. This policy could cost retirees thousands of pounds over the course of their retirement. The specific rules vary by location, with some countries seeing pensions frozen at their current level without annual increases.

Affected retirees may also lose eligibility for Winter Fuel Payments, a scheme that typically provides additional support during cold months. The DWP is urging those considering retirement abroad to understand the potential financial implications before making the move, as the combination of frozen pension payments and lost winter support could significantly reduce retirement income in certain countries.

How it is being reported

• DWP State Pension warning as some won't get annual increases or Winter Fuel PaymentsBritons planning to retire abroad are being warned their State Pension could be frozen depending on where they live, potentially costing thousands over retirement.East Anglian Daily Times · 7 Oct, 12:48
• DWP State Pension warning as some won't get annual increases or Winter Fuel PaymentsBritons planning to retire abroad are being warned their State Pension could be frozen depending on where they live, potentially costing thousands over retirement.Ipswich Star · 7 Oct, 12:48

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