Many over-50s ‘have little or no knowledge of their pension options’ The earlier people consider their retirement income needs, the more choices and confidence they will have, Scottish Widows said. The Independent UK · Sep 1
Brits have been urged to start retirement planning sooner. Here’s where to get pension advice Roughly one in three workers over 50 remain undecided on how to access their pension savings, a new survey found The Independent UK · Sep 1
Five big mistakes you might be making with your pension – and what to do instead Avoid these costly pension pitfalls The Independent UK · Aug 21
Nine expert tips to stop you from outliving your retirement savings From finding out your entitlements to setting out your priorities, small, strategic steps can make a significant difference The Independent UK · Jul 3
9 steps to avoid a financial retirement “cliff-edge” From finding out your entitlements, to setting out your priorities, small, strategic steps can make a significant difference. The Independent UK · Jul 3
Pension expert explains what couples could consider when planning retirement Women were particularly likely to say their partner had not supported their retirement security, research from Scottish Widows indicated. Evening Standard · Jun 21
How to track down lost pension pots Finding all your pensions could be more straightforward than you think. The Independent UK · May 15
More than 12m face ‘pension poverty’ in Britain — and it could get worse Increase auto-enrolment pension contributions to ease future crisis, says Scottish Widows The Independent UK · May 13
12.2m UK adults at risk of pension poverty in later life, report estimates Factors people can control when pension saving can ‘easily be thrown off course’ by external events such as rising bills, Scottish Widows said. Evening Standard · May 12
More than 12 million UK adults at risk of ‘pension poverty’ when they retire, experts warn The Scottish Widows forecast projects retirement outcomes for people aged 22 to 65 based on their savings, behaviours and income sources The Independent UK · May 12
‘Game changing’ support set to help millions navigate their financial lives Financial firms will be able to provide suggestions designed for groups of consumers with common characteristics. The Independent UK · Apr 5
Three in 10 investors ‘contributing more despite market uncertainties’ Living costs and changes in personal circumstances were common factors influencing investment changes in the past three months, Scottish Widows said. Evening Standard · Apr 1
Eight ways that people could get on top of their finances at an ‘admin party’ Admin nights involve people holding get-togethers with friends to tackle tasks and get their finances on track. Evening Standard · Feb 8
Nearly one in five adults have a side hustle, survey indicates Buying and selling, designing and looking after pets are popular ways to raise extra cash, according to research released by Scottish Widows. Evening Standard · Jan 14
The Independent UK · Jan 14 Large number of Brits now have an additional job or side hustle, study reveals Buying and selling, designing and looking after pets are popular ways to raise extra cash, according to research released by Scottish Widows
Evening Standard · Dec 29, 2025 Majority of investors planning to boost portfolios in 2026, survey finds Scottish Widows commissioned a survey of more than 1,000 UK investors with a minimum of £100,000 in investable assets, who have a pension.
Evening Standard · Nov 18, 2025 Menopause and caring responsibilities ‘contributing to pensions gender gap’ Scottish Widows found that women are often not planning financially for career breaks or considering the impact on their retirement.
The Independent UK · Nov 18, 2025 Experts reveal the key reasons behind increasing pensions gender gap Women who had taken a career break were also more likely than men to say that it had reduced their ability to save, the report found
The Independent UK · Oct 24, 2025 Workers face retirement crisis as one in three can’t cover basic needs Part-time workers are particularly vulnerable
Evening Standard · Oct 24, 2025 One in three UK workers ‘at risk of not being able to cover costs in retirement’ A lack of engagement with pensions ‘is holding people back from taking their best shot at long-term saving’, Scottish Widows said.
Evening Standard · Sep 4, 2025 Ross Kemp urges people to strengthen their pension to ‘gain some serious pounds’ The actor and presenter takes part in a fitness workout for a new Pay Your Pension Some Attention campaign.
The Independent UK · Sep 4, 2025 Track down old pensions and prioritise long-term finances, Britons urged A new campaign is encouraging people to prioritise their savings in a similar way to their health and fitness
The Independent UK · Jul 13, 2025 ‘Critical’ need to close the UK’s self-employed pensions gap Research for Scottish Widows has indicated 39% of self-employed people are not saving enough for retirement, and 23% are not saving anything at all.
Evening Standard · Jun 25, 2025 Scottish Widows owes it to the UK taxpayer to invest in British companies The pension giant plans to cut its exposure to UK equities from 12% to 3%
The Independent UK · May 6, 2025 The UK regions where almost 50% of people could be ‘unable to afford basic needs in retirement’ Pension savings levels have failed to keep pace with the rising cost of living, according to a new report