Waspi compensation calls could face symbolic Commons vote

People at a Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) protest outside the Scottish Parliament in Edinburgh, campaigning for justice and full compensation. Picture date: Thursday April 18, 2024 (Andrew Milligan/PA) - (PA Archive)

Calls to establish a compensation scheme for women affected by changes to the state pension age could be pushed to a symbolic Commons vote next week.

SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn wants to introduce the Women’s State Pension age (Ombudsman report and compensation scheme) Bill to the Commons for further consideration.