Opperman: Long-term pension reform only works with cross-party support

James Phillips
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The pensions and financial inclusion minister tells James Phillips about his first year in office and his philosophy behind pension policy creation.

Just over a year ago, Guy Opperman was appointed pensions and financial inclusion minister, a post he says he "pitched for" and "really enjoys". He took over the post at a pivotal time for pensi...

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James Phillips

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