Poll: Are you saving for your pension?

A majority of people don’t understand their pension, according to new research.

By Nicky Ryan Monday 27 Jul 2015, 8:30 PM

Jul 27th 2015, 8:30 PM 25,534 Views 82 Comments

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A NEW STUDY has found the majority of over-50s don’t understand their pension.

Researchers from the ESRI and Trinity College Dublin say respondents were unsure how often their pension would be paid.

More than half (55%) didn’t know the amount they would be paid. ”Such low levels of information on pensions are a source of concern”, the findings read.

We want to know about your experience: Are you saving for your pension?

Poll Results:

47% Yes, of course (6146)

45% Noooooooope (5967)

6% I'm in receipt of a pension (860)

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Poll: Are you saving for your pension?