For those who have worked and contributed into the state pension, they can claim one of two state pensions when they reach retirement age. There are two different types of state pension which entitle pensioners to different amounts of money. A man born on or after April 6 1951 or a woman born on or after April 6 1953 will be able to get the new state pension. Those born before these dates will follow the basic state pension rules and both pensions can only be claimed once this age is reached.
State pension UK: This is how to claim pension credit
Those who qualify for the new state pension are entitled to £168.60 per week.
Pensioners who qualify for the basic state pension will get £129.20.
As well as this, some pensioners will be eligible for pension credit which can top up their weekly fee, according to Age UK.
What is pension credit?Pension credit is a benefit that has been put in place to help those who get below a certain amount from their state pension.
