Anyone Know Why Our State Pensions Have Not Increased This Month?

[Tilly2]

Our pensions, received today, are exactly the same as they were last month.

Can you explain this to me please?

[barry1010]

The increase started on 6th April and you are paid in arrears.

[dannyk13]

//So while the new tax year starts on Wednesday 6 April, the increase in the state pension will be reflected in people’s income from Monday 11 April.//

[Neveracrossword]

Tilly2, I can't help with your query, but just wanted to let you know that today's Spectator puzzle is great. It's pretty tough, but good fun and very clever.

[Tilly2]

So, next month we should see the increase?

Thanks NAC. I know where to come if I need some help. :-)

[dannyk13]

Tilly, I am pretty sure that the pension is paid a fortnight in arrears and a fortnight in advance. so you should see an increase in your next payment.

[barry1010]

It is definitely paid four weeks in arrears.

[Tilly2]

Thank you, Barry and Danny.
I was just a bit disappointed when I looked at the bank statement this morning.
I'll look forward to a whopping amount next month!

[dannyk13]

Barry, I stand corrected ,although I am sure that when I started to draw my pension oit was two weeks in arrears and two weeks in advance.

[Tilly2]

Perhaps things have changed since then, Danny.

[barry1010]

You'll be bitterly disappointed next month, Tilly. Hope you haven't spent it already :(

[barry1010]

It may have changed over the years but I believe Tilly is a new pensioner
"The basic State Pension is usually paid every 4 weeks into an account of your choice. You’re paid ‘in arrears’, which means you’re paid for the last 4 weeks, not for the coming 4 weeks."

https://www.gov.uk/state-pension/what-youll-get

[Tilly2]

No, not spent yet Danny. At least it might buy a couple of loaves of bread when we get it.

[ladybirder]

I get paid weekly in advance so there;-)

[dannyk13]

Tilly your reply should be to Barry.

[dannyk13]

https://www.radiotimesmoney.com/retirement/pension-advice/state-pensions-can-be-paid-every-seven-days-says-paul-lewis/

[whistonian]

The State pension increase is 3.1%