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Experts Warn NHS Workers May Work Into 70s

8/17/2025

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Experts indicate NHS staff, including paramedics and teachers, may need to work into their 70s if the pension age rises.
Current NHS employees could face delays in accessing full pensions as the age increases from 66 to 68 by 2046.
Frontline workers express concerns about the physical impact of extended working years.
A statutory review of the state pension age is ongoing, with conclusions expected in 2029, potentially affecting policy.

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Story summary

Experts indicate NHS staff, including paramedics and teachers, may need to work into their 70s if the pension age rises.
Current NHS employees could face delays in accessing full pensions as the age increases from 66 to 68 by 2046.
Frontline workers express concerns about the physical impact of extended working years.
A statutory review of the state pension age is ongoing, with conclusions expected in 2029, potentially affecting policy.