DWP issues reminder to state pensioners over 'claimant responsibility' (opens original article in a new tab)

The Department for Work and Pensions has reminded people reaching state pension age to check their claim status before applying, emphasizing that deferring pension is a personal choice affecting payment amounts and timing.

• DWP reminds state pensioners to check their claim status before applying.
• Deferring state pension is a personal decision affecting payment amount and timing.
• Claimants can receive deferred payments as a one-off or increased regular payments.