Industry expresses concern over potential pension changes in Budget

'Extreme' concern over potential changes in pensions

Sahar Nazir
clock • 1 min read

Industry professionals are “extremely concerned” about pension changes in the upcoming Budget later this month.

According to the latest Professional Adviser poll, 43% of professionals expressed extreme concern over potential changes, whilst nearly a quarter (24%) said they are "moderately concerned". A key issue raised by those extremely concerned is the constant policy shifts, which they argue undermine long-term planning and erode public trust in pensions. One respondent criticised frequent changes to pension rules, calling for stability: "Pensions are a long-term savings vehicle... How can they (and their advisers) plan effectively...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Your profession

Feel Good Friday: Nine Edge Wealth sponsors young Scottish boxer

Feel Good Friday: Nine Edge Wealth sponsors young Scottish boxer

Sponsors Lara Brown

Professional Adviser
clock 17 July 2026 • 1 min read
Women's Wealth Alliance launches careers guide to attract more women to personal finance profession

Women's Wealth Alliance launches careers guide to attract more women to personal finance profession

Aimed at women at different stages of life and careers

Professional Adviser
clock 16 July 2026 • 3 min read
Women in Financial Advice Awards 2026: Shortlists revealed!

Women in Financial Advice Awards 2026: Shortlists revealed!

All the winners will be announced at a celebratory gala dinner on 4 November

Professional Adviser
clock 15 July 2026 • 10 min read