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Ireland's New Pension Scheme: Will it Exacerbate the Gender Pension Gap?

Business

11 Dec, 2024

Ireland's New Pension Scheme: Will it Exacerbate the Gender Pension Gap?


The Irish government's ambitious new auto-enrolment pension scheme, slated to launch next September, promises to revolutionize the nation's retirement landscape....

Massive Healthcare Pension Plan Names New CEO: Annesley Wallace Takes the Helm

Business

4 Dec, 2024

Massive Healthcare Pension Plan Names New CEO: Annesley Wallace Takes the Helm


The Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP), a significant player in the Canadian pension landscape, recently announced a pivotal leadership...

Inheritance Tax Bombshell: Pensions Now Included in 'Death Tax' - What Does It Mean for Your Family?

World

31 Oct, 2024

Inheritance Tax Bombshell: Pensions Now Included in 'Death Tax' - What Does It Mean for Your Family?


The UK's recent Budget announcement has sent shockwaves through the personal finance industry, with one of the most significant changes...

Inheritance Tax Nightmare: Pensions Now Subject to 40% Levy From 2027

World

30 Oct, 2024

Inheritance Tax Nightmare: Pensions Now Subject to 40% Levy From 2027


In a move that has sent shockwaves through the UK, Chancellor Rachel Reeves has announced a major change to inheritance...

State Pensioners Could Get Up to £460 Extra, But There's a Tax Catch - Will You Be Affected?

Business

29 Sep, 2024

State Pensioners Could Get Up to £460 Extra, But There's a Tax Catch - Will You Be Affected?


THE exact amount the state pension will rise by is set to be confirmed in a matter of weeks. Millions...

Why Starting a Pension Early Is the Key to a Comfortable Retirement

Health

27 Sep, 2024

Why Starting a Pension Early Is the Key to a Comfortable Retirement


When you think about your future, do you see yourself lounging around, sipping a refreshing drink, and not worrying about...

Carer Ordered to Repay £9,000 in Benefits: 'The System is a Minefield'

World

21 Sep, 2024

Carer Ordered to Repay £9,000 in Benefits: 'The System is a Minefield'


A football steward who cares for his disabled wife has spoken out about his frustration with the benefits system after...

Government Accused of Giving Tax Break to 'Gold-Plated' Pension Holders: Workers Subsidizing Elite?

World

20 Sep, 2024

Government Accused of Giving Tax Break to 'Gold-Plated' Pension Holders: Workers Subsidizing Elite?


The Irish government has faced strong criticism for its decision to raise the tax-free limit for pension pots, a move...

State Pension Shock: Thousands Receiving as Little as £10 a Week - Here's Why

World

14 Sep, 2024

State Pension Shock: Thousands Receiving as Little as £10 a Week - Here's Why


Whenever we talk about the state pension, we usually think in terms of the full amount that people can receive....

DWP Christmas Bonus: Petition Demands £10 Increase To £114.75 Amid Cost of Living Crisis

World

12 Sep, 2024

DWP Christmas Bonus: Petition Demands £10 Increase To £114.75 Amid Cost of Living Crisis


The government has been urged to boost its annual Christmas £10 bonus for benefit claimants, with thousands signing a petition...

Retirement Planning Crisis: UK Adults Are Financially Unprepared, Research Reveals

Business

10 Sep, 2024

Retirement Planning Crisis: UK Adults Are Financially Unprepared, Research Reveals


New research reveals a worrying trend in the UK: a majority of adults are unprepared for retirement, leaving them facing...

UK Adults More Focused on Physical Longevity Than Financial Planning: Survey Reveals Worrying Disconnect

Health

9 Sep, 2024

UK Adults More Focused on Physical Longevity Than Financial Planning: Survey Reveals Worrying Disconnect


The UK population is five times more likely to prioritize its physical longevity compared to its financial longevity (51% vs...

DWP Quietly Launches New Way To Claim Attendance Allowance - But It Only Works On Mondays

World

27 Aug, 2024

DWP Quietly Launches New Way To Claim Attendance Allowance - But It Only Works On Mondays


The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has created a new way for older Brits to claim financial help if...

10 Biggest Retirement Regrets, According to Financial Experts

Business

24 Aug, 2024

10 Biggest Retirement Regrets, According to Financial Experts


When you picture your retirement, you probably envision days filled with fun and void of worry. Unfortunately, with more than...

Pensioner Fury: Labour's Winter Fuel Cut Sparks Outrage, But Will They Back Down?

World

23 Aug, 2024

Pensioner Fury: Labour's Winter Fuel Cut Sparks Outrage, But Will They Back Down?


Discontent around the Government’s decision to slash winter fuel payments shows no sign of abating. With news this week of...

Pension Credit: Government Urges Pensioners To Claim £3,900 Yearly Top-Up Before Winter Fuel Payment Deadline

World

20 Aug, 2024

Pension Credit: Government Urges Pensioners To Claim £3,900 Yearly Top-Up Before Winter Fuel Payment Deadline


Hundreds of thousands of pensioners have been urged to claim a pension top-up that will enable them to beat government...

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