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How do we make decisions? Watch psychologist Peter Ayton explain how to make balanced decisions.
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It’s #PensionAwarenessDay on 15th September. Find out what’s happening at #PAD2016
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New Lifetime ISA announced. Read the basics in our #Budget Summary.
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The Gender Pension Gap. Where does it all start? By age 11 girls get less pocket money than boys, this financial gap increases to £78,000 by retirement. See how we’re helping take on the #GenderPensionGap #IWD2020 #EachForEqual @womensday
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Let’s close the £100k #GenderPensionGap . On average a woman in her twenties today is set to retire with £100,000 less in her pension than a man the same age. To make up the difference they’d have to start work a lot younger. #IWD2021 #ChooseToChallenge
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We're proud to sponsor this year’s #PensionAwarenessDay . Find out more about #PAD2016 at
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Our pension expert Robert Cochran discusses his initial reaction to #Budget2017 and how it could affect you.
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@StopFundingHate Thanks again for flagging this. We have removed this ad. >>1/2
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Taking time off to look after the kids and planning your retirement? Read our Mumsnet Q&A : http://t.co/Xu8Gp7HjvL http://t.co/5mOKFHDaSf
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How much should you be saving for a comfortable retirement? Try our #pensions tool to find out http://t.co/8co4VrBPwd
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@StopFundingHate Thanks for highlighting, I will pass the details to the relevant team to address this. Thanks, Scott
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The #PAD2016 bus is touring the UK. Get on board:
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Look who visited the #PensionAwarenessDay bus earlier today. Find out more about #PAD2016 :
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What could the #AutumnStatement mean for you? Read our Autumn Statement summary to find out.
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Some workers say they opted out of their workplace pension because employers encouraged them to. Read more:
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Our pension expert Robert Cochran looks ahead to the #AutumnBudget to see what to expect and how it could affect you.
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What retirement topics would you like the Chancellor to address in the #AutumnBudget ? Follow us for LIVE commentary - on 22nd November.
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Get the latest Tax Facts in our quick reference guide. Download now. #TaxFacts
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Newcastle, we're bringing our Pension Awareness Tour to you on Tuesday 11th September. Visit us at Northumberland Street South and ask us anything about pensions. #PAD18
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Planning your retirement takes less time than you think. Over 590,000 people have already made a start.
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A huge thank you to the NHS and all of the key workers who continue to work tirelessly in our battle against #COVID19 . Thank you for keeping our kids learning, our country fed and keeping us safe. 👏 👏 👏 #ClapForNHS #ClapForCarers #ClapForKeyWorkers
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Our 18th #WomenAndRetirement report explores the key drivers of the gender pension gap and our recommendations to help reduce it. Read the report to find out more: #IWDPensionGap #IWD2023
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Work out how much #IncomeTax you should be paying. Download your #TaxFacts guide:
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What could you achieve in an hour? You could do your 10,000 steps for the day or even start to plan your retirement.
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Tonight at 8pm we’re holding a Twitter party with @Tots100 and @LucyMangan to discuss how values have changed since 1815 #200yearsofemma
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The smallest decision can completely change your future http://t.co/u68zQK1w8P #AnHour
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When Dido decided to start working with Dylan the feral horse, it changed her future. http://t.co/tMKjh6KnNH
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Join our #BudgetTalk with pension expert Ian Naismith on Tuesday to ask your questions on retirement and #Budget2016
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@StopFundingHate 2/2>> As a company it is never our intention to cause any offense or appear insensitive. Thanks, Scott
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Get ready for a completely fresh look at finances and pensions. Our very own pensions expert @RobCochran1874 joins the @90sBabyShow podcast and gets a grilling from them on all things finance - nothing is off the record! Watch here:
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We’re lighting up London to showcase the #GenderPensionGap . Women could face a £78,000 shortfall in retirement compared to men. See how we’re taking on the #GenderPensionGap #IWD2020 #EachForEqual
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Get up to the minute insight and analysis of #Budget2017 . Look out for our live commentary on Wednesday 8th March. #SpringBudget
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This #InternationalWomensDay latest data shows that women today retire with £123k less than men. Caring responsibilities, working patterns and the gender pay gap all impact women’s retirement savings. Get the full picture: #IWDPensionGap #IWD2023
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Although he's at the age of retirement, Nigel wants to keep working so he can put more money away for the future http://t.co/1rpw2lpviY
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It only takes an hour to start planning for your future. Take your first step now. #Pension http://t.co/q2mUfoXiyP
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Not sure what a pension is? Pension basics in 30 seconds:
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It is with great sadness that we join with the nation in mourning the death of Her Majesty The Queen.
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Catherine Stewart explains how employers can help parents can keep their retirement plans on track.
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Change your life in an hour. Over 590,000 people have already made a start.
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Watch our initial reaction to the #SpringStatement with our pension expert Robert Cochran. Robert explains the upcoming changes and how they could affect your retirement savings. #TakingOnYourFutureTogether .
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How will #Budget2017 affect you? Join us live as we interpret what the announcements could mean for you. #SpringBudget
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RT & Follow to show your admiration for our #GoldenGirl @MrsSarahStorey & you could win 1 of 24 signed prizes by Sarah herself! #DefyTheOdds
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1 in 6 Brits have suffered mental health issues as a direct result of money concerns. See more in our report #MHAW17
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Pension expert Robert Cochran will join us for live commentary of the #AutumnBudget . See what it could mean for you - 22nd November, 12.30pm
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Ian Naismith recaps the key points from the #AutumnStatement and how they might affect you.
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We’re proud to have been voted Company of the Year in the Financial Adviser Service Awards 2017.
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Starting to think about retirement? @Savvy_Woman talks you through the first steps
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Many things contribute towards the #GenderPensionGap . Women are more likely to work part time, take career breaks due to childcare and caring responsibilities, have lower paid roles and be impacted by life events like divorce. Find out more
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Lynn Graves looks at the retirement savings shortfall faced by mothers:
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Change your life in an hour http://t.co/MPnCXlNvBX
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How much money do I need to earn to start a pension?
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Do you know how much Personal Allowance you are entitled to in 2016/17? #TaxFacts #IncomeTax
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How long do women have to work to retire with the same amount as men? Our research shows that women on average would have to work an additional 16 years to retire with the same pension as men. Visit our website to find out more and #StartTalkingPensions . #IWDPensionGap #IWD2023
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We think Meghan looks fantastic, but we’re already filming our new Scottish Widows advert which will hit your TV screens in February. @DailyMailUK
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Today is #PensionAwarenessDay . Planning your retirement takes less time than you think. #PAD2016
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Get the facts behind #MarriageAllowance . Download your latest #TaxFacts guide:
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Don’t miss #AS2016 – see how it could impact you through our live updates and analysis from 23 Nov.
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Did you know you could combine your pensions? It only takes an hour to start combining your pots. Find out more
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Lynn Graves highlights 4 life events that affect saving for retirement:
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Sally began a life changing journey to swim the English Channel. http://t.co/ZVxcgwKOtz
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Our Edinburgh offices remain closed this morning due to the adverse weather conditions. The safety and security of our colleagues is paramount at this time. We apologise for any inconvenience this might cause.
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It’s September which means PENSION AWARENESS DAY is almost here! 🎉 Pensions Minister @GuyOpperman joined us to start our countdown and light up London for #PAD21 We've lots of great content to come, to get started you can sign up for a free pension webinar now. @pensionday
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Life feels better when you have a plan. Learn more: http://t.co/FEpMQb28Vo #livemoretoday
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See what people think they should be saving in our new #RetirementReport :
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What could you achieve in an hour? You could create prize-winning costumes, or even start to plan your retirement.
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Send your questions for #BudgetTalk . Our experts are at hand to answer your retirement and #Budget2016 queries
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We’re back for Pension Awareness Day 2020! This year we’ve partnered with Channel 4 to meet households from across the UK who are worried about their future finances. If you need pension guidance, join our Changing Futures Sessions with our experts from 13-18 September. #PAD20
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Lost track of your pensions? Manage them all in one place. It only takes an hour to start combining your pots.
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We’re delighted and proud that @jackieleiper will chair @MoneyPensionsUK ’s Financial Wellbeing Challenge Group: Gender and Financial Wellbeing, helping take on the financial gap that exists between men and women. #UKFinancialWellbeing #GenderPensionGap
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Pensions Minister @GuyOpperman is delighted to support our Taking on Your Future Together Tour. As we travel the UK helping people engage with their pensions watch what he had to say. Find out when you can visit us #PAD19 @PensionDay @dwp @dwppressoffice
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Maternity leave, childcare costs and going back to work on reduced hours:
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“Being a full-time carer to my two lovely kids means I’m only able to work 4 hours per week, and can’t afford to save for retirement. I will probably have to rely on the State Pension.” Read Nikola’s story: #GenderPensionGap #TakingOnYourFutureTogether
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First Minister @NicolaSturgeon talks to our colleagues today in Edinburgh
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What could you achieve in an hour? You could decorate a show-stopping cake, or even start to plan your retirement.
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55% of people don’t know how much money they have in their pensions. Keep track of them in one place.
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We’re so proud of our colleagues, who are going above and beyond to support our customers and communities. Today we’d like to thank Jack – who is using his 3D printer to make ear protectors and face shields for the NHS. Thank you Jack! 👏
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Our 15th Women and Retirement report launches tomorrow, exploring the gender pension gap and the challenges women face in saving for their future. Follow us for updates. #WomenAndRetirement #TakingOnYourFutureTogether @SueU @sarahporretta @AnnaLaneTWC @YvonneBraun4
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Why do women have half the pension of men? This #InternationalWomensDay find out what’s driving the #GenderPensionGap and see how you can take it on: #IWD2022
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What will you look like when you retire? Meet #YourFutureSelf and plan for your retirement. Try it now: #TakingOnYourFutureTogether
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All aboard! The Pension Awareness Day bus is back and our 2018 dates are in! Come along to ask us anything about pensions, play our Age Me game and find out your Pension Personality. #PAD18
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If you’ve been checking your pensions and investments recently, you may have noticed a change in their values. Watch our Investments Director Iain McGowan explain why that is and what’s been happening in the financial markets.
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Visit the #PAD2016 bus for one-to-one support from our experts, or get started here
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On average, women retiring today have a pension pot that’s half the size of a man’s. Visit our website to find out why: #GenderPensionGap
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Want to have the perfect summer garden? Start planning in March and see your toil joyously rewarded: http://t.co/dsnRwCAUxs #livemoretoday
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Our #ChangingFutures series in partnership with @Channel4 starts tomorrow! Join @MrGeorgeClarke and @Jackieleiper as they help households from across the UK make a plan for their financial future.
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We’re marking the 200th year anniversary of Jane Austen’s Emma and Scottish Widows – join our Twitter party Wednesday at 8pm #200yearsofemma
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Protecting your investments and the environment is important to all of us, so we're taking action now. 🍃 Significant investment in climate solution funds by 2025 🌍 Half the carbon footprint of our investments by 2030 💚 Net zero carbon emissions in ALL our investments by 2050
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Join us for live commentary of #Budget2017 to see what the changes could mean for you. Wednesday 8th March 12.30. #SpringBudget
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Scottish Widows and Jane Austen’s Emma were both 200 this year – join our Twitter party on Wednesday at 8pm #200yearsofemma
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Does money equal happiness? Find out in 90 seconds from Professor Peter Ayton. http://t.co/u68zQK1w8P
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We’re delighted to see our Head of Pension Investments, @Maria_N_Doyle shortlisted for Pensions Woman of the Year at the @ProfPensions Women in Pensions awards 🎉
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On average, a woman retiring today has a pension pot half the size of a man’s. Find out why on our website: #GenderPensionGap
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We worked closely with our partners at Frontier to work out the £100k #GenderPensionGap . It is based on a number of variables including career breaks, salary and part time working. You can find the break down on our website
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We’re excited to be celebrating Pensions Awareness Day 2019 at the Bullring in Birmingham. Come along and ask our experts anything about pensions #PAD19
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If you had the chance to meet your younger self, what would you say? http://t.co/ZVxcgwKOtz
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To everyone celebrating Diwali, the Festival of Lights, we wish you a prosperous and joyful celebration with your loved ones. Happy #Diwali !
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Watch our expert Jackie Leiper discuss the latest trends in how women save for retirement. @Fawcettsociety
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Get the facts behind #InheritanceTax . Download your latest #TaxFacts guide:
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We welcome the support for childcare costs in today’s #Budget2023 . High childcare costs are often a barrier to women returning to work and being able to build up their pension savings. These changes could help support women’s finances both now and in the future.
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