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Of course most of us don’t know the state pension age – we don’t think we’ll ever retire

IN FOCUS: As a new study reveals that only one in five people are aware of when they can stick up an indefinite ‘gone fishing’ sign, Helen Coffey explores whether it’s indicative of a more troubling trend around pension ignorance and magical thinking

The Independent UK

People receiving full new state pension on course for £12,548 from April

Inflation figures released on Wednesday suggest that wages, which have increased by 4.8%, will be used to calculate next year’s state pension rise.

Evening Standard

Insurer Phoenix changing name to Standard Life next year

Phoenix bought the Standard Life brand in May 2021 following its purchase of Standard Life Aberdeen’s insurance arm in 2018 for £3.28 billion.

The Independent UK

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Everything we know about retired British couple found dead in France

The bodies of Andrew and Dawn Searle were found in Les Pesquiès, southwest France

The Independent UK

Baby boomer and late Gen X men are ‘unretiring’ or planning to because they can't afford to kick up their feet in the current climate

After a brief taste of retirement, a sizable chunk of pensioners are dusting off their suits and returning to work.

Fortune

Deanne Stewart: The megafund boss with lessons for Britain on Australia’s ‘pensions nirvana’

The chief executive of Aware Super, one of the biggest funds down under, is briefing Keir Starmer on pension reforms

The Guardian - UK

Highland estate back on market after three years – with 60 per cent higher price tag

A CONTROVERSIAL Highlands estate has been put back on the market ...

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Cairngorms estate goes back on sale after criticism of ‘green laird’ owner

Campaigners say sudden sale suggests Abrdn’s use of Scottish countryside was ‘get-rich-quick scheme’

The Guardian - UK

What's in a name? Everything it seems - Abrdn shld knw

Recent experience suggests it is best to stick with your first hunch rather than going for a big rebrand

Evening Standard

Mocking the Abrdn name is ‘corporate bullying’, says chief investment officer

Peter Branner accuses press of making ‘childish jokes’ about rebrand, which would not be acceptable if firm was a person

The Guardian - UK

Autumn Statement could be brilliant opportunity for Isa rules shake-up – experts

Reports suggest that Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is preparing an Isa shake-up which could make it easier for savers to take advantage of improved rates.

The Independent UK

Pensioners could be set for inflation-busting state pension rise next April

Experts have said a potential increase to the state pension of 8.5% could re-ignite the debate around the sustainability of the triple lock.

The Independent UK

New State Pension payments may be less than older people retiring this year expect

Key facts about State Pension payments everyone nearing retirement age should know.

Daily Record

Most older people unaware they can access 25% of their pension pot tax-free

Everything you need to know about accessing your retirement savings from the age of 55.

Daily Record

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Liverpool Echo

Mum went straight to GP after seeing social media post

Gemma Crossley thought she had IBS years

Daily Record

10 reasons every person should check if they are due financial help from DWP this bank holiday

The bank holiday is the perfect time to check you are not missing out on benefits or discounts.

Daily Record

New State Pension increase this year could see more retired people paying tax

The full New State Pension is worth £10,600 over the 2023/24 financial year.

Birmingham Post

10 questions for Lucie Gordon of RBC Brewin Dolphin

The Newcastle head of office at the wealth management firm answers our questions

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Daily Record

New State Pension payments may be less than older people retiring this year expect

New State Pension payments are worth more than £203 each week during the 2023/24 financial year.

Daily Record

People plan to work past State Pension age to boost finances in retirement years

Building a substantial pension pot is more important to people than health and wellbeing.

Daily Record

New State Pension increase this month could see more retired people paying tax

The full new State Pension is worth £10,600 over the 2023/24 financial year.

GoodToKnow

How do I check my National Insurance Contributions?

It's crucial to check your National Insurance contributions if you have taken time of work when having and raising children

Daily Record

10 reasons every person should check if they are due financial help from DWP this weekend

The Easter holiday is the perfect time to check you are not missing out on benefits or payments.

Daily Record

State Pension payment increase next week could see more people in retirement pay tax

The full new State Pension is set to rise to £10,600 per year and £8,122 for those on the Basic State pension.

Insider UK

Standard Life's second FinTech Forum focuses on ESG

Meanwhile, CodeClan is urging businesses to help it meet demand from young people for its tech training programmes

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