How to get more state pension
Some people may be able to increase the amount of state pension they are entitled to, if they are not already able to get the full amount.
Britons may need 35 years of National Insurance contributions on their record to get the full new state pension – although some may get a different amount due to being contracted out.
The forecast service can help to show people if their National Insurance record is sufficient to give them access to the full state pension, and if not, how to improve their entitlement.
This may be done by claiming certain benefits with attached National Insurance credits or by paying voluntary contributions.