Lord Kirkwood of Kirkhope
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State Pension Age
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Baroness Altmann
My Lords, as the terms of reference make clear, the independent review will consider changes in life expectancy as well all other relevant factors.
Lord Kirkwood of Kirkhope (LD)
My Lords, will Mr John Cridland, as the independent reviewer, be provided by the Government with official terms of reference? We have seen a press release, but will there be formal terms of reference shaping the work that he does? Will it be possible for him to consider some of the schemes previously used by Scandinavian countries that simply index the increase in the basic state pension age to increasing longevity as it goes forward, both up and down?
Baroness Altmann
My Lords, this will be an independent review. All these issues are a matter for the reviewer. I urge as many noble Lords as possible to make representations to the review. It will consult widely across society and across interest groups to ensure that all these relevant factors are considered.