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War Pensions

Asked by Dr Scott ArthurLabourMinistry of DefenceTabled Answered 27 April 2026UIN 128130

The question

To ask the Secretary of State for Defence, what date range of claims for the War Pensions Scheme is currently being processed by officials.

Answered by Louise Sandher-Jones

As at 20 April 2026, War Pension Scheme (WPS) case workers are completing the initial scrutiny of claims received during the week commencing 21 December 2025.

To ensure workflow is managed effectively and fairly, all WPS cases are processed in strict date order, with priority given to those with a terminal illness and to claimants over the age of 90.

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