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A huge cohort rely on the State pension as their primary income source

A report from State Street bank says that more than 70% of retirees in Ireland rely on the State ...

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06.45 23 Mar 2026


A huge cohort rely on the State pension as their primary income source



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06.45 23 Mar 2026


A report from State Street bank says that more than 70% of retirees in Ireland rely on the State pension as their primary income source. But we’re all living longer and healthier lives, so the dependency ratio is growing . So, what's to be done in order not to over-burden working taxpayers?  

Joining Joe to discuss further was Ann Prendergast the Executive Vice President and Head of the Europe with State Street Investment management.


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