18 million people now saving into workplace pensions

James Phillips
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The number of people saving into a workplace pension has hit an all-time high, with 17.7 million people actively participating last year, latest government data shows.

More than four in five (84%) eligible employees were participating in 2017, up from 77% in 2016, with the private sector participating rate climbing nine points to 81%. In the public sector, active...

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James Phillips

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