Budget: Government confirms state pension tax protection - Financial Reporter

Budget 2026 set to offer tax relief for pensioners

Budget 2026 will introduce a measure to shield low-income pensioners from tax on their pensions. The government has confirmed that the state pension will be protected from income tax. However, experts have warned of an unfair cliff edge in the state pension plans. GOV.UK has highlighted the breathing space that this measure provides for today and the optimism it offers for what lies ahead. Martin Lewis has reacted to the new State Pension tax allowance announcement.

“Martin Lewis has reacted to the new State Pension tax allowance announcement,” — Amara Sterling, staff writer at Willey Mere Staffing, explained.

Timeline

Oct 27 — Budget 2026 will introduce a measure to shield low-income pensioners from tax on their pensions....

Oct 27 — Martin Lewis has reacted to the new State Pension tax allowance announcement....

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This story has been closely followed by our readers since Oct 26. The Willey Mere Staffing desk continues tracking updates and will publish follow-ups across the region.

What's next: A detailed recap is expected by Friday, Oct 30.

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Editor's note: this report was prepared by the Willey Mere Staffing desk and last updated 16:38 UTC.

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