Tax simplification should top Chancellor’s agenda, says Hargreaves Lansdown
Hargreaves Lansdown urges Chancellor Rachel Reeves to prioritise tax simplification and avoid further complexities in the tax system.
Culture, cost and confusion are stopping school leaders taking phased retirement
The survey of more than 500 school leaders aged 50 and older found more than half (53%) would consider taking phased retirement, but almost a third (30%) of them don’t believe it will be possible.
Scottish Widows launches Retirement Matrix to address decumulation
The tool will help advisers have better conversations with customers and help them boost their retirement income.
Greens propose wealth tax raid alongside NI hike and pension tax relief overhaul
The Green Party proposes major tax reforms, including equalising CGT and dividend tax, increasing National Insurance, and overhauling pension tax relief, impacting investors, business owners, and workers.
One in ten retirees regret early pension withdrawals, Just Group research reveals
One in ten retirees regret early pension withdrawals, Just Group reveals. Nearly half received no advice before withdrawing pension cash, raising concerns over support.
State Pension could become unsustainable by 2035, says Adam Smith Institute
The Adam Smith Institute warns the State Pension could become unsustainable by 2035, urging urgent reforms to prevent fiscal crisis.
71% of adults call for increased auto-enrolment contributions
New research from Phoenix Group shows 71% of UK adults support increasing auto-enrolment pension contributions if current rates fall short, calling for a government review.
UK pension pot sizes see significant growth, PensionBee study shows
PensionBee's latest analysis shows a 16% increase in average UK pension pot sizes, with notable regional variations and persistent gender disparities in retirement savings.
The ‘lazy job’ trend may impact retirement savings, Standard Life warns
Standard Life warns that the growing trend of 'lazy jobs' could significantly reduce retirement savings, urging consideration of long-term financial security alongside current job satisfaction.
Benefits Guru reveals ‘financial wellness ratings’ for workplace pension providers
Among the six providers rated at present, Scottish Widows has improved from a Silver award in 2023 to a Gold award this year.
Pension shortfall looms for workers leaving the workforce early
Exiting the workforce early could reduce one’s pension by up to £150,000, warns Standard Life.
UK Government introduces new online service for National Insurance payments
Government launches an online NI payment service to simplify securing full State Pension entitlements.
