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fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

'Nobody to open our doors, answer phones or put out bins' - principals warn of school closures risk as secretaries and caretakers strike

'It's an impossible situation,' says Paul Crone, director of the National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals, of indefinite strike action
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#fdny
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fromwww.thenorthernecho.co.uk
3 months ago
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The changes to pensions starting today that could help 20 million workers

The Pension Schemes Bill aims to simplify pension management and enhance retirement savings for workers.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago
Retirement

Will megafunds really put an extra 6,000 in the average pension?

Pension reforms may increase average worker retirement funds by 6,000 but actual benefits will vary individually.
The average gain cited is based on specific assumptions regarding salary, contributions, and investment performance.
Retirement
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Will megafunds really put an extra 6,000 in the average pension?

Pension reforms may increase average worker retirement funds by 6,000 but actual benefits will vary individually.
The average gain cited is based on specific assumptions regarding salary, contributions, and investment performance.
#social-security
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Argentina's Javier Milei vetoes bills that would have raised pensions and disability benefits

Javier Milei vetoed pension and disability benefit increases, citing fiscal balance concerns amid ongoing protests from affected groups.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Mary Regan: 'Once-off' measures masked problems that must be addressed in Budget 2026

The tax strategy papers published yesterday indicate a significant shift in approach to welfare and pension payments in light of the removal of once-off lump sum measures.
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fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

Families face red tape nightmare with inheritance tax on pensions from 2027

"Despite significant pushback from the industry, pensions will now form part of inheritance tax calculations," he said. "This places yet another burden on grieving families."
UK politics
#retirement-savings
fromTruthout
1 month ago

Sanders Introduces "Pensions for All Act" to Ensure Workers Can Retire

If we are serious about addressing the retirement crisis in America, corporations must be required to offer all of their workers a traditional pension plan that guarantees a monthly income in retirement.
US politics
#uk-economy
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago

Reeves to announce review of workplace pensions contributions what it could mean

Rachel Reeves is set to announce a planned overhaul of the pensions system, focusing on the adequacy of pensions for the self-employed and the state pension.
Canada news
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fromIndependent
2 months ago

What happens to your pension if you die, quit or move abroad?

Pensions offer significant long-term investment benefits, including tax advantages and growth potential.
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fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

420,000 more pensioners dragged into income tax net as threshold freeze bites

Pensioners are increasingly affected by frozen tax thresholds, with 420,000 more paying income tax this year.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Take steps now to prepare for Pension Schemes Bill, TPR tells trustees - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"I urge trustees to look now at how they are outcome-focused, building scale, are data-led and supporting savers into retirement."
Retirement
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Borenstein: This Bay Area city's half-century of pension taxes provides a cautionary tale

Just as a hidden and exceptionally costly Oakland property tax to pay for city employee pensions winds down after 45 years, officials are planning another levy to offset the cost of retirement benefits.
Retirement
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

The government is gambling with your pension for political ambition - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Chancellor Rachel Reeves' support of the Mansion House Accord risks over 30 million UK pensions by directing funds to opaque, high-cost investments.
UK politics
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
2 months ago

Aviva study reveals critical knowledge gap about UK pensions - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"The survey of over 2000 UK adults highlights a significant misalignment between perceived knowledge and actual understanding of pension schemes, especially among younger adults."
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fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Nearly all government ministers owe money to the State due to pension error, with funds to be 'fully recouped'

Administrative errors in pension and payroll systems are affecting thousands, necessitating repayments.
Minister Jack Chambers commits to recouping misallocated funds despite officials not being at fault.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Money owed by civil servants to State after pensions error to be 'fully recouped'

They will be informed in the coming days of the sums to be repaid, ranging from as low as €100 up to €30,000.
Retirement
UK news
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Up to 13,000 retired civil servants and ministers checked for 'serious' incorrect pension payments as one owes 280,000

NSSO to address pension errors impacting public officials, with liabilities from hundreds to €280,000.
Scoping exercise underway to identify extent of pension miscalculations.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
3 months ago

Fuel duty and business tax increases may be on the horizon - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

To lower the cost of defence and transport spending, the UK Government is considering reducing tax reliefs, particularly on pensions and inheritance tax, as suggested by tax experts.
UK politics
#winter-fuel-payment
UK politics
fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

Ministers to gain power to mandate pension fund investment in UK assets

The government plans to introduce reserve powers enabling them to mandate pension fund investments in UK assets.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Nigel Farage refuses to commit to keeping pensions triple lock if he wins next election

Nigel Farage is uncertain about maintaining the pensions triple lock while proposing significant tax cuts and other benefits.
His party aims to appeal to disaffected left-leaning voters by reversing certain benefit cuts.
#investment
#retirement-planning
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from24/7 Wall St.
3 months ago

Pairing a $2M 401(k) With $120K Pension-Is Retirement Within Reach?

Pensions ease retirement financially, but sufficient savings is essential for a comfortable life.
Retiring early involves risks; planning and saving are crucial to ensure financial security.
fromIrish Independent
3 months ago

Thousands of CIE retirees who endured 'hardship' set for pension increases of up to 5pc

Labour Party spokesperson Ciarán Ahern emphasized that this announcement reflects a significant breakthrough for over 2,600 CIE pensioners who have faced stagnant benefits for 17 years.
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fromBusiness Matters
3 months ago

Employers show strong interest in 'Dutch-style' CDC pension schemes promising higher retirement payouts

Dutch-style pension schemes could enhance UK workers' retirement income, attracting significant interest from employers.
Retirement
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

Silent squeeze of inflation the hidden threat to retirement planning as it eats away at our nest eggs

Inflation poses a serious risk to retirees' savings, diminishing their value significantly over time.
Retirement
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Commercial state CEOs get better pensions and holidays than private sector

CEOs in state bodies are due for pay increases after a review revealed their compensation packages exceed private sector standards.
fromIrish Independent
4 months ago

New delay to mandatory pension a 'bitter pill to swallow' for workers

The decision to delay the 'My Future Fund' scheme impacts 811,000 workers, sparking disappointment from the Irish Congress of Trade Unions who cite ongoing government rollbacks.
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