Forget the idea of a long and enjoyable retirement…its history

have made national insurance contributions for at least 10 years during their working lifetime. The payment is capped at £179.60 a week, while how much each individual gets depends on how many years’ worth of contributions they’ve made. Last year, the qualifying age for the benefit rose 66, while two further rises are planned, meaning by 2046, men and women in the UK born on or after April 1977 will have to wait until…