Source · Select Committees · Work and Pensions Committee
Recommendation 30
30
State pension design and level significantly influence pensioner poverty and health outcomes.
Conclusion
We note evidence from the UK and internationally shows that the design and level of state pension benefits can have a significant impact on pensioner poverty, as well as improving health outcomes. (Conclusion, Paragraph 146)
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 10 November 2025. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗