What is the triple lock and how much is the state pension worth?

Getty ImagesThe new state pension is set to rise by more than £500 a year in April 2026, as a result of the triple lock arrangement. This guarantees that the state pension goes up each year in line with either inflation, wage increases or 2.5% - whichever is the highest.The September 2025 inflation figure won't be released until later in October, but it is expected to be below average earnings for the relevant…