RETIREMENT PLANNING

Pest controllers who are nearing retirement are being reminded to check their state pension age, which is rising between 2026 and 2028. 

Why it matters 

The State Pension age is rising from 66 to 67 between April 2026 and March 2028.

If you were born between 6 April 1960 and 5 March 1961, your State Pension age won't simply be 66 - it could be 66 plus a number of months. 

Crucially, State Pension doesn't arrive automatically. People need to apply, and the Pension Service sends invitation letters around four months before someone reaches their State Pension age. 

It’s important that everyone understands when they will receive their State Pension and how quick and easy it is to check - all they need to do is enter their date of birth.

Visit gov.uk/state-pension-age