Question 1

When will WASPI get a decision?

Accepted Answer

As of June 2025, no final decision date is confirmed. The Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman (PHSO) recommended compensation in April 2025, but the DWP is still reviewing. A parliamentary debate occurred on March 17, 2025, with further discussions expected post-July 2025 election. Monitor gov.uk for updates.

Question 2

When will WASPI compensation be paid?

Accepted Answer

Payment dates are unconfirmed as of June 2025. Estimates suggest payments may begin between May and July 2025 or after the Autumn 2025 budget, pending government approval. Eligible women will be contacted by the DWP. Check gov.uk for updates.

Question 3

Who will get WASPI compensation?

Accepted Answer

Women born between April 6, 1950, and April 5, 1960, who faced financial hardship due to poorly communicated pension age changes and were UK residents during the changes may be eligible. Visit gov.uk to verify eligibility.

Question 4

What is WASPI women?

Accepted Answer

WASPI women are 3.8 million UK women born between April 6, 1950, and April 5, 1960, impacted by state pension age rises from 60 to 65 (and later 66) under the 1995 and 2011 Pensions Acts. Poor DWP communication caused financial strain. Check gov.uk for details.

Question 5

How to claim WASPI compensation?

Accepted Answer

As of June 2025, no claim process is active. If approved, claims may start via gov.uk by July 2025, with a possible deadline of April 30, 2026. You’ll need your birth date, National Insurance number, and proof of hardship. Update DWP records now.

Question 6

What does WASPI stand for?

Accepted Answer

WASPI stands for Women Against State Pension Inequality, a campaign advocating for women born in the 1950s affected by poorly communicated pension age increases. Visit gov.uk for more information.

Question 7

How much compensation will WASPI women receive?

Accepted Answer

Compensation amounts are unconfirmed but may range from £1,000 to £3,150, based on PHSO recommendations. Some advocate for up to £10,000, but £2,000–£3,000 is likely, depending on individual hardship and parliamentary decisions. Check gov.uk.

Question 8

Can I claim WASPI compensation if my spouse has passed away?

Accepted Answer

It’s unclear if estates of deceased WASPI women can claim, as no scheme is active. Spouses may need proof of eligibility (e.g., birth certificate, marriage certificate), but this awaits confirmation. Contact the DWP via gov.uk.

Question 9

Why was the WASPI compensation scheme created?

Accepted Answer

The scheme addresses DWP maladministration, as ruled by the PHSO, for failing to notify women born in the 1950s about pension age increases, causing financial and emotional hardship. Visit gov.uk for details.

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