Starmer and Reeves Announce Bold Pension Sector Reforms

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and finance minister Rachel Reeves are set to announce reforms in the pension sector aimed at spurring economic growth and investment. The plan involves releasing pension surpluses worth over 100 billion pounds for reinvestment, amidst efforts to revive the UK economy.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 28-01-2025 05:34 IST | Created: 28-01-2025 05:34 IST
Starmer and Reeves Announce Bold Pension Sector Reforms

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer and finance minister Rachel Reeves are preparing to unveil significant reforms in the pension sector designed to stimulate economic growth and attract investment.

The duo will meet with top executives in London's financial district, including leaders from Lloyds Banking Group, BT, Tesco, and BAE Systems, to present plans to permit corporate pension surpluses exceeding 100 billion pounds to be liberated and reinvested.

This initiative, set against the backdrop of global financial instability, aims to counter criticism from businesses regarding increased tax burdens and stalled economic momentum since the Labour Party assumed power.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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