Retirement news

The UK government plans to expand its auto-enrolment reforms to increase total pension contributions by £45 billion over 30 years. We reveal what the key reforms are and what the potential impact could be.

The state pension could rise by more than 17% over two years. We reveal why and when the state pension increase will be confirmed.

As the retirement savings journey often spans several decades, it can be helpful to break your plan up in stages. Here we outline what those stages are and explain what action you should be taking

Brits are putting retirement plans on hold and many are worried that they will be financially stretched due to the rising cost of living, according to a recent survey we commissioned. 

The government has confirmed its plan to suspend the ‘triple lock’ for annual state pension increases for a year. A key part of previous budget commitments since its introduction in 2010, the triple lock ensures the UK state pension continues to rise each year. The move to suspend it comes in the wake of the economic and social disruption caused by the pandemic, but what exactly does it mean?

State pensions have been making the headlines recently – but for all the wrong reasons. From historic six-figure underpayments to the suspension of the triple lock promise, many women are looking for more information about what it all means for them. Whether you’re two or 20 years away from retirement, here’s what all women need to know about pensions.

One of the pandemic’s lesser effects is how it has upset many long-term plans. Many Brits have been forced to reassess their retirement choices and perhaps make snap decisions. But if your planned retirement looks suddenly in doubt, what should you do? Article by Nick Green.

The Chancellor is poised to remove the state pension triple lock in the wake of COVID-19, potentially saving the UK £4bn a year - but at a cost to future generations of pensioners. Could it happen?

The coronavirus outbreak means that mingling and meeting new people may be out – at least for a while. But the advice to self-isolate is no barrier to finding financial advice – as most IFAs and mortgage brokers are happy to help you remotely.

Could the state pension age be increased to 75? That’s the proposal of the controversial think-tank behind Universal Credit – while a report by Aviva reveals worrying ignorance over pensions in general.