The age at which people can access UK state pensions is officially rising to 66 and is expected to rise.
The state pension is worth £175.20 a week and is paid to those who have made 10 years of national insurance contributions over their lifetime.
Life expectancy is on the rise, but first pension minister Ros Altmann said the change does not take into account differences in life expectancy for local, social groups and occupations.
“The most disadvantaged members of society tend to have the poorest health,” Altman said.
“Many people have been working hard manuals, which is a blow to their health. So, even if they’ve been working for more than 50 years, average life expectancy uses the disadvantages of such workers, especially those.
“There have been a long time strong cases to consider a more flexible age range to start state pension payments. The pandemic has made this case even stronger. It may help many women and many women who need to care for many women who are seriously ill and many women who need to care for their loved ones. I hope the government will give this urgent consideration,” she added.
A job and pension spokesman said the government will consider the changes over the six years.
“Although allowing early access to reduced state pensions risks people with inadequate pensions, the universal state pension age provides simplicity and clarity and helps people plan their retirement.”
