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<p>The Government is committed to ensuring that older people are able to live with
the dignity and respect they deserve. The State Pension is the foundation of support
for older people. Subject to Parliamentary approval, State Pensions will increase
by 10.1% from April 2023 in line with the Consumer Prices Index increase for the year
to September 2022.</p><p>Housing Benefit is an income-related benefit which is intended
to assist people who need help to pay their rent. Pension Credit is the other main
income-related benefit received by pensioners. It is intended to help poorer pensioners
with their day to day living costs. This year we are taking action to increase Pension
Credit rates by 10.1%, in line with CPI, from April 2023. The personal allowances
in Housing Benefit will also be increased by 10.1% from April.</p>
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