Kendall faces MP criticism and calls to reconsider Waspi compensation decision The Work and Pensions Secretary said the Government had made a ‘right and fair’ announcement. The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2024
Waspi women criticise ‘bizarre and unjustified’ ruling out of compensation The Government said a blanket compensation scheme for Waspi women, which could cost taxpayers up to £10.5 billion, cannot be justified. The Independent UK · Dec 17, 2024
Watchdog hits out at Government's decision not to compensate 'Waspi women' Campaigners branded the Government’s decision not to compensate affected women ‘bizarre and totally unjustified’ Evening Standard · Dec 17, 2024
'Shame': Anas Sarwar slammed as Waspi women denied compensation Anas Sarwar has been condemned after the UK Government announced they will not pay any compensation to Waspi women ... The National (Scotland) · Dec 17, 2024
Scottish Labour minister dampens hopes for universal Waspi compensation scheme A SCOTTISH Labour minister has poured cold water on hopes for a universal compensation scheme for Waspi women, the Sunday National can reveal. The National (Scotland) · Sep 1, 2024
Keir Starmer urged to deliver fair and fast compensation for Waspi women KEIR Starmer has been urged to act quickly to compenstate women affected by changes to the state pension age. The National (Scotland) · Jul 8, 2024
Waspi women warned about websites saying they can claim compensation Waspi chair Angela Madden said anyone who has given their personal data to a potentially fraudulent website should contact Action Fraud. The Independent UK · Jun 18, 2024
Keir Starmer gains from 'one rule for him' pension but ignores Waspi women, MP says KEIR Starmer has been blasted for a “one rule for him” pension plan he benefits from as he refuses to commit to compensation for women… The National (Scotland) · May 16, 2024
Who are the Waspi women? Anger as women hit by pension age rise are rejected payout Here’s a closer look at the women’s campaigning group pushing for compensation for millions of women Evening Standard · Mar 21, 2024
Keir Starmer urged to clarify position on compensating WASPI women KEIR Starmer is being urged to confirm whether he is still committed to compensating WASPI women if he get become prime minister. The National (Scotland) · Sep 4, 2023
New calls for WASPI women to receive ‘fair and fast’ compensation due to State Pension age changes Over 50 cross-party MPs recently wrote to the Ombudsman demanding a fair and prompt investigation. Daily Record · Jul 10, 2023
Paisley politicians show support for women hit by pension rip-off The group were marching as part of the annual Sma' Shot Day celebrations. Daily Record · Jul 5, 2023
Falkirk councillors back call for 'fast and fair compensation' over unjust pension changes Councillor Lorna Binnie says the government is now dragging its heels and a decision is needed urgently Daily Record · Jun 27, 2023
Newcastle WASPI women join fight for pension compensation Campaigners say that poor communication left them with "insufficient time" to prepare for up to six years without their pension Chronicle Live · Jun 15, 2023
Daily Record · Jun 13, 2023 New delay for WASPI women waiting on Ombudsman's review into State Pension age changes Millions of women born in the 1950s were affected by the change to the State Pension age.
Daily Mirror · Jun 8, 2023 Half of retired WASPI women struggle to pay bills after Tory state pension shake-up A third of women pensioners report experiencing debt in the last six months, with thousands of women saying not knowing about the state pension age being increased was the direct cause of their financial hardship
Daily Record · Jun 8, 2023 WASPI campaigners highlight ‘devastating’ impact of State Pension age changes New research found that one in four women born in the 1950s are struggling to buy food and essentials.
Daily Mirror · May 18, 2023 WASPI women issue new 10-point plan in state pension age battle The Waspi group say the poor communication over the changes left them with "insufficient time" to prepare for up to six years longer without their pension
Daily Record · May 17, 2023 DWP ‘working hard’ to correct historical State Pension errors worth up to £11,500 for thousands of women Some 700,000 cases require a review with an estimated 230,000 people due refunds.
Daily Record · Apr 26, 2023 DWP urged to consider ‘alternative resolution process’ for women affected by State Pension age changes In July 2021, the Ombudsman ruled that the DWP failed to communicate changes to women born in the 1950s with enough urgency.
The National (Scotland) · Apr 7, 2023 Scottish campaigners thank public after key win for WASPI group HELENSBURGH campaigners fighting against moves to change the state pension age for women have thanked the public for their support after more than…
Daily Record · Mar 28, 2023 New call for WASPI compensation plan for women ‘robbed’ of State Pension payments after retirement age changes Patricia Gibson MP urged the UK Government to work with the WASPI women once the Ombudsman investigation is completed.
Daily Record · Mar 22, 2023 New call for ‘urgent’ State Pension compensation package from UK Government to all WASPI women Labour MP Kate Osborne urged the Treasury to deal with the "injustice" faced by women born in the 1950s.
Daily Record · Mar 10, 2023 New call for debate to give Waspi women affected by State Pension age change 'justice they deserve' DWP has also been accused of ‘incompetence’ for sending out letters in January with incorrect information about the State Pension age.
Liverpool Echo · Feb 23, 2023 Ex DWP boss delivers bad news for millions expecting cash Sir Steve Webb issued a devastating blow to many on Martin Lewis' Money Show Live this week