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Older same-sex couples and benefits - Information sheet 27

Since December 2005, same-sex couples have been treated the same as mixed-sex couples when assessing eligibility for state benefits.  This information sheet explains the benefits situation for civil partners and other same-sex couples including:

  • Pensions;
  • Bereavement benefits;
  • Means-tested benefits;
  • Sources of further information and support.


Further information

Please download our information sheet at the top right of this screen for further information.