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Pension Age Push and Real Support | Leicester News
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A growing movement is pushing to lower the state pension age back to 60 and boost payouts to match a full-time National Living Wage, arguing the current system treats pensions like targeted benefits rather than universal security. Advocates want reforms that include expats and ensure retirees can live comfortably, but the petition fell short of the 10,000-signature threshold needed for government response or parliamentary debate. Meanwhile, existing support like Pension Credit, free bus passes, and housing aid remain available for those already at pension age struggling financially. The debate over retirement security continues, with multiple paths being explored.
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