AE review: Govt promises 'more robust and inclusive savings culture'

12 million currently under-saving - DWP

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The government has published its auto-enrolment (AE) review report - unveiling a range of plans to "maintain the momentum achieved so far".

The Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) said the review, published this afternoon, has confirmed that AE into workplace pensions is "transforming pension saving for millions of today's workers" - noting that, by 2018, 10 million individuals will be saving for the first time, or saving more. It said the review has also confirmed that overall, the framework that has been established for the delivery of AE remains the right foundation for workers, employers and delivery partners - adding that AE duties will continue to apply to all employers, regardless of sector and size. In response t...

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