Pension Age Rises as Health Declines | Leeds News

The state pension age is rising to 67 by 2028, but with healthy life expectancy falling—especially in former industrial areas—many won’t be able to work until then. With only 42% of 65-year-olds still employed in 2025 and health issues on the rise, the government is considering a £600 million annual boost to universal credit for those nearing retirement, weighing it against the billions saved by delaying pension claims. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/68941ee74812e27f