If you're a married woman who hit state pension age before April 2016 and your state pension is less than 60% of your husband's basic state pension, check now

30th November 2020

Several pension web sites are highlighting this latest issue regarding underpayments of state pension for married women.

It is well worth checking.

Tens of thousands of women are likely to have been underpaid the state pension, and many could be due £1,000s - some even £10,000s – with total payouts expected to be as high as £100 million. Married women who hit state pension age before April 2016 are a key group who may be owed, but others – including widows, divorcees and the over-80s, whether married or not – should also check. This guide explains who may be affected, and how to reclaim.

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