Gen Z increasingly opting out of workplace pensions amid cost-of-living pressures, BBC reports
One worker said leaving a pension scheme now could cost her around £10,000 later, but said she needs the money immediately.
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A growing number of young people are opting out of workplace pension schemes due to cost-of-living pressures, the BBC reported.
One worker told the BBC that leaving her pension scheme could cost her around £10,000 in the long run, but said she needed the money now rather than later.
The BBC's report did not specify the overall scale of the trend among Gen Z workers or detail which industries have seen the largest increases in opt-outs.
Workplace pension schemes typically involve contributions from both employees and employers, meaning opting out can also mean giving up matched employer contributions.
The BBC's report did not include comment from pension providers or government officials on the trend.
Sources
- 'It could cost me £10k but I need the money now': Why Gen Z are opting out of pensions — BBC Business
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