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100 MPs Back Women’s Pension Equality Demands by March

1/24/2026

Summary

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Campaigners from Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) have gained support from 100 MPs for a letter urging the UK government to address pension issues for women born in the 1950s.
They demand a response from Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden by March 2, 2024.
Despite a prior review of compensation policies, McFadden has not promised any financial restitution.
Liberal Democrat spokesperson Steve Darling criticized the government for delaying justice and emphasized the need for proper retirement planning.
The government previously rejected a blanket compensation scheme, citing potential costs of up to £10.5 billion.

History

Historical Context

The UK government accelerated the state pension age increase for women in 2011, affecting approximately 2.6 million women born in the 1950s. This change, part of the 1995 Pensions Act aimed at equalizing pension ages, led to widespread protests and the formation of Women Against State Pension Inequality (WASPI) in 2015. Campaigners continue to seek compensation, highlighting ongoing financial struggles for affected women.

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Story summary

Campaigners from Women Against State Pension Inequality (Waspi) have gained support from 100 MPs for a letter urging the UK government to address pension issues for women born in the 1950s.
They demand a response from Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Pat McFadden by March 2, 2024.
Despite a prior review of compensation policies, McFadden has not promised any financial restitution.
Liberal Democrat spokesperson Steve Darling criticized the government for delaying justice and emphasized the need for proper retirement planning.
The government previously rejected a blanket compensation scheme, citing potential costs of up to £10.5 billion.

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