DB payouts to peak in 2012

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Defined benefit payouts will peak this year before tailing off as the impact of scheme closures is felt, says the Department for Work and Pensions.

Analysis from the department suggests average annual payouts will hit £7,100 this year, before dropping below £4,000 in 2034 and will be down to £2,400 by 2060. Pensions minister Steve Webb said...

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