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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Adam Forrest

Raising state pension age decision delayed until after 2024 election

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A decision on whether to bring forward a planned increase in the state pension age to 68 has been delayed until after the next election amid warnings life expectancy is now two years lower than previously forecast.

Work and pensions secretary Mel Stride announced the delay in the Commons on Thursday, when he told MPs a further review would be undertaken within two years of the next parliament.

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