Britons Neglecting Their Pensions

The high cost of living is forcing millions of UK workers to put off making contributions into a private pension according to pension experts Scottish Widows. Their survey reveals that as many as one in five people are failing to put any money into a pension which could lead to severe repercussions once they reach retirement age.
Scottish Widows estimate that workers need to be putting aside 12 per cent of their income into a pension plan every 12 months, but that a huge majority are failing to do so. They have urged that the government find a solution to this ever-growing problem:
“People are saving less for old age yet their expectations remain high as the majority fail to recognise the harsh reality of retirement. If we do not act fast, we all face at best disappointment and at worst severe poverty in old age.”

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