Ros Altmann named CBE in Queen's Birthday Honours

Altmann, who has been a the forefront of several campaigns fighting for pensioners' rights, was recognised for services to pensioners and pension provision. She has been particularly vocal on the role of annuities in retirement, and welcomed the Chancellor's far-reaching proposals for the market outlined at Budget 2014. Meanwhile, Bank of England deputy governor Bean and Money Saving Expert founder Lewis have also been recognised in the Queen's Birthday Honours. There is a knighthood for Bean, who retires at the end of the month after almost 14 years at the bank, for services to mo...