Torsten Bell

Torsten Bell, the Pensions Minister and former think-tank director, discusses the urgent need for reform in the UK pension system. He highlights that nearly 45% of working-age individuals save nothing for retirement. Bell advocates for the revival of the Pensions Commission to address gaps in current policies. He raises concerns over the challenges facing self-employed savers and the importance of diversifying pension investments. The conversation emphasizes enhancing retirement income security while navigating evolving state pension ages and long-term sustainability.