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PENSIONS

Made 30th January 2026

Laid before Parliament 2nd February 2026

Coming into force in accordance with article 1(2) to (4)

The Secretary of State makes this Order in exercise of the powers conferred by section 178(1) and (6) of the Pensions Act 2004^f1.

In accordance with section 178(5) of that Act, the Secretary of State has reviewed the general level of earnings obtaining in Great Britain during the period of 12 months ending with 31st July 2025, and it appears to the Secretary of State that the general level of earnings has increased during that period.