Pension Wise set to face 'capacity challenge'

The industry has warned of a surge in Pension Wise referrals due to stronger nudges

Holly Roach
clock • 4 min read
The industry has responded to the DWP's consultation
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The industry has responded to the DWP's consultation

Pension Wise is set to face a “capacity challenge” as a surge in guidance referrals to Pension Wise is expected, according to Aegon.

The firm said stronger nudges and scams guidance referrals could put Pension Wise on course for a 50% increase in appointments, but warned it is important to avoid unnecessary nudges for advised cl...

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