Most DC members support compulsory contribution rates, finds research

Stephanie Baxter
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Seven in 10 savers want the government to introduce mandatory contribution rates as many are confused about how much they need to save into their pension, according to a BlackRock survey.

The firm's poll of more than 500 members of defined contribution (DC) schemes, aged between 30 and 69, found many want more help and guidance on how to reach good retirement outcomes. Almost 45%...

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