The state pension age has been rising over a number of years. This is due to life expectancy increasing, meaning the government have increased the amount of time a person must live before they’re able to get the payments. State pension age is now at least 65 for both men and women. This will continue to increase gradually, with the next changes coming into effect on Monday. Related articles State pension age rises in five days - how to check state pension age Pension scheme UK: This is how to get money on top of state pension The state pension age is rising - but a July 2017 review has seen the government propose new plans Under the current UK law, the state pension age is due to rise to 68 between 2044 and 2046. However, the state pension age is under review. Following a review in July 2017, the government announced plans to bring this schedule forward. Instead, the state pension age would reach 68 between 2037 and 2039. A number of people may be affected by these changes. However, it’s worth being aware that before they are agreed, they would need to be approved by Parliament. State pension UK: The state pension age is now at least 65, and it will rise to 68 in years to come (Image: GETTY) According to The Telegraph, the Government has said it would not look to change the law until 2023. How would the proposals affect you? If you’re born on or before April 5, 1970, there would be no change. And, if your date of birth is after April 6, 1978, you wouldn’t feel the effect, as your state pension age would remain at 68 under the current law. However, those born between April 6, 1970 and April 5, 1978 would be affected. Related articles State pension UK: This is how you can claim back tax on your pension State pension: Check the accuracy of YOUR state pension forecast State pension UK: The state pension is something many people rely on in their later years (Image: GETTY) State pension UK: Visit the government website to check your state pension age (Image: GETTY) At the moment, their state pension age stands at 67. But it would rise to between 67 years and one month, and 68 years, under the plans from the July 2017 review. Your exact state pension age would depend on your date of birth. In order to work out what your state pension age is under the current law, you can use the government calculator. All you need to do is enter your date of birth, as well as your sex.All rights reserved for this news site express.co.uk and under his responsibility