Investors back wider access to pension savings

Almost two in every three people believe investors should be able to access their pension savings du...

Almost two in every three people believe investors should be able to access their pension savings during periods of unemployment or illness, according to a survey by Cicero Consulting and Brahm Research. The poll of 1,004 people shows such a scheme would have the support of 63% of the population and enthusiasm is highest among the young. The survey was requested as part of a Treasury Select Committee report on long-term savings. More than three quarters of those aged between 35 and 44 support a move towards greater accessibility but only 54% of those aged 54 to 64 and 56% of those aged 65...