Budget highlights; Govt mulls plans for flat-rate state pension; Constant quest to navigate a labyrinth; Regular rises in pension age put on agenda; Pensions: Simpler format marks a 'turning point' in benefit; Budget 2011: Pensioners angry about flat rate flaw; Younger staff will work to 80 under pension link to rising lifespans; Elderly lose up to £100 from winter fuel allowance; Budget 2011: State pension age on course to reach 70 in longevity review
Budget highlights The Independent State pension schemes are to be replaced with a flat-rate payment worth, at today's prices, £140 a week. The changes will affect future rather than current pensi...
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