Your new State Pension explained 6.4.2026 | Her Majesty's Revenue and Customs Guidance to help people understand the changes to the State Pension from 6 April 2016. The new State Pension is for people who reach State Pension age on or after 6 April 2016. The changes are designed to simplify the State Pension. We want people to know what to expect from their State Pension and to support them in planning for their retirement. This guide explains the main changes. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/your-new-state-pension-explained