Pension tops £16,000 a year after 4.7% increase

Deputy Millar said: "Our pensioners have contributed to Jersey throughout their working lives and it is important that the old age pension continues to provide a strong foundation for old age.

"We also recognise that pensioners on lower incomes can face particular pressure from healthcare and heating costs, which is why additional support is available through Pension Plus, the Health Access Scheme and the Cold Weather Bonus."

Millar said she encouraged anyone who believed they could be eligible for extra help to "check what support is available to them".

The social security minister said last month it was a priority for her to introduce mandatory pensions into the workplace to go alongside the government pension.

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