'Entrepreneurial' OAPs to work beyond 70

The research, conducted by Future Foundation for the insurer, identified this group as working in a self-employed capacity into their 70s and beyond. Martin Palmer, head of corporate benefits marketing for Friends Life, said: 'We're expecting the traditional image of the pensioner with slippers and rocking chair to change completely." The research found half (51%) of current retirees are prepared to do part-time work to boost their pensions while 75% of those yet to retire expect the same outcome. Those currently working would sell unneeded possessions online (59%), run a small bus...