The UK state pension is set to rise by approximately £460 next April due to a 4% increase in average earnings, as per the triple lock guarantee, which ensures pensions rise by the highest of wage growth, inflation, or 2.5%. This increase will bring the new full state pension to about £11,962 annually. However, the rise comes as the government faces backlash for cutting winter fuel allowances, impacting millions of pensioners and potentially increasing financial strain on the most vulnerable. Labour MPs are expected to challenge this policy, despite the leadership's commitment to maintaining the triple lock. The decision to cut winter fuel payments is predicted to save £1.5 billion a year but has been criticized for potentially causing hardship among pensioners.