'Concerning' number have stopped saving for retirement

Britons prioritise immediate financial security instead of saving

Isabel Baxter
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'Concerning' number have stopped saving for retirement

A “concerning” 13% of people have stopped saving for retirement, rising to 19% among those aged 55 and over, according to research from Chetwood Financial.

The research found that Britons are putting savings aspirations on hold to prioritise immediate financial security, amid cost of living pressures and fears over employment. Director of operation...

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