A state pension for the 21st century
Seeking views on the government’s proposals for simplifying the State Pension.
Detail
This consultation asked for views on the government’s proposals for simplifying the State Pension system. It included two options:
- to speed up the transition to a two-tier flat rate pension
- to create a single-tier flat rate pension above the Pension Credit standard minimum guarantee
We also wanted to consult on the most appropriate mechanism for determining future changes to State Pension age.
Who this consultation was aimed atWe wanted to hear from everyone who was interested in the simplification of the State Pension. We particularly welcomed contributions from:
- representative organisations and business
- employers with Defined Benefit pension schemes
- pension administrators and trustees
- members of the public
Documents
A state pension for the 21st century: consultation documentapplication/pdfA state pension for the 21st century: consultation document (RTF)application/rtfPensiwn y wladwriaeth ar gyfer y 21ain ganrif – Crynodeb Gweithredolapplication/pdfA state pension for the 21st century – Summary of responses application/pdfRTF version – A state pension for the 21st century – Summary of responses application/rtfWelsh Executive Summary – Pensiwn y wladwriaeth ar gyfer y 21 ganrif – Crynodeb o ymatebion i’r application/pdf