The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has released the latest statistics showing that the State Pension currently provides a regular income for 13 million elderly individuals across the UK. This benefit is available to those who have reached the UK Government's eligible retirement age of 66, and who have made at least 10 years' worth of National Insurance (NI) contributions.

However, people over 80 who either have no Basic State Pension income or receive less than £105.70 per week could be entitled to additional funds to assist with daily living costs. The 'Over 80 Pension' currently offers older individuals £105.70 each week if they are not receiving any Basic State Pension, or it tops up their income to this amount. Low-income individuals over 80 may also qualify for Pension Credit

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