Petition · Department for Work and Pensions
Cap working age benefits at the same level as the state pension
Open for signatures
41 signatures
What the petition asks
Ensure that no working age individual on benefits receives a higher basic income than a pensioner living solely on the State Pension. Review benefit levels to bring them in line with the income the Government has deemed sufficient for pensioners.
We believe this would create a fairer system that does not disadvantage older people who rely entirely on the State Pension. Pensioners should not be placed at a financial disadvantage compared to working age benefit claimants.
Timeline
| 23 Mar 2026 | Petition opened for signatures |
Key facts
Signatures
41
Status
Open for signatures
Department
Department for Work and Pensions
Opened
23 Mar 2026
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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 26 Jul 2026.