The man who measured poverty Charles Booth was one of a long line of Victorians fascinated by London life, and one of the few to change it
Happy feat People are hardwired for happiness in later life, but ensuring that state of mind in retirement will depend on how they spend down their assets
Overprotecting the public Regulatory authorities are there to protect consumers. But is the strong swing back to their overseeing pension solutions in the public interest?
Sustaining happiness during retirement Given the general unpreparedness of many individuals for retirement, people risk an income shortfall, or even old-age poverty
Pension reforms don’t consider human nature Change the rules and you change behavior. What may seem obvious is being overlooked by a number of European governments
Unintended consequences of UK pension reforms April will be a pivotal month for the UK pension industry as some of the most impactful legislative changes in recent history come into effect
The best countries to age in As the United Nations celebrate Day of Happiness, Norway is the best country to grow old in
If Bismarck’s model was still running For a modern Bismarck, what would a new pension system look like today? Michela Coppola investigates
Three cheers for pension reform The US has a proud tradition of social welfare, but its current offer is showing its age, says Senator Tom Harkin
Who was Bismarck? Why did a man famous for his iron grip on European politics become the creator of the first state pension? The answer is a love for the state as much as its workers
Where to, Otto? On the 125th anniversary of the creation of the world’s first state pension, we can all say “Thank you, Otto!”
A retirement plan for agricultural scientists When you’re a scientist dedicated to eliminating world hunger, managing your retirement plan is the least of your concerns
Investing in India’s future Pension reforms in India aim to encourage much-needed investment in pension and retirement funds
The search for sustainability A report on pension adequacy in the EU reveals some harsh truths about the way ahead and deserves more attention from the media
The Italian lesson The point at which academic theory meets political reality could be seen in the tears in Elsa Fornero’s eyes. The IMF believes the reforms she implemented have made Italy’s pension system one of the world’s strongest
