Money Box - State Pension Age and Louise Botting Tribute - BBC Sounds

Money Box covers three main topics in this episode. First, the UK state pension age has increased again as part of a gradual rise from 66 to 67, with the law currently indicating it will reach 68 by 2046, though that timeline may change. A State Pension Age Review—its third—will consider whether pension-age rules remain appropriate based on the latest life expectancy data and will advise how future state pension age should be set. The show speaks with Dr Suzy Morrissey, appointed by the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions to prepare an independent report. It also marks the death of former Money Box presenter Louise Botting at 87, following a short illness, and notes that average mortgage rates hit a three-year high.