Pensions Commission

Torsten Bell told conference delegates to ‘keep engaging’ with the pension commissioners

Commissioners reflect on change in context since Turner report of early 2000s

Matthew Blakstad says there is no single definition of a fair pensions system

Body must overcome several challenges to replicate Turner Commission success

Stewart Hastie also calls for ‘more vigorous’ public policy to incentivise private savings

Chris Curry says the commission will need to consider numerous practicalities to address pensions adequacy

Polling finds one quarter think members will be better off in five years

Around 15,000 have reached 100 or over as of 2024, compared to half as many 20 years ago

Industry must also develop ‘much deeper understanding’ of member needs

SPP calls on commission to set out long-term plan to increase AE contribution rates