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<p /> <p>As independent analysis by the Institute for Fiscal Studies has shown, the
rise in women’s State Pension age since 2010 has been accompanied by increases in
employment rates for the women affected. Those who are unable to work because of health
problems may be able to claim Employment and Support Allowance, whilst those who are
unemployed may be able to receive Jobseeker's Allowance.</p><p> </p><p>All those affected
by faster equalisation will reach State Pension age after the introduction of the
new State Pension. The new State Pension will be more generous for many women who
have historically done poorly under the current, two-tier system, largely as a result
of lower average earnings and part-time working. Around 650,000 women reaching State
Pension age in the first ten years will receive an average of £8 per week (in 2014/15
earnings terms) more due to the new State Pension valuation of their National Insurance
record.</p>
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