To ask the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions how many pensioners were receiving pensions in the United Kingdom in the latest period for which figures are available; and if he will make a statement. (189435)

As at May 2007, there were 10,780,310 recipients of state pension in Great Britain.

Note:

Figures are rounded to the nearest 10.

Source:

DWP Information Directorate: Work and Pensions Longitudinal Study.