Advertisement

Minister promises action to solve NI fund shortfall

by isleofman.com 5th November 2014

The Treasury Minister is preparing to announce his strategy for dealing with the ?10.4 million shortfall in the Island's National Insurance fund.
The government's latest report on the state of the NI Fund shows it went into deficit in the year to March 2014, for the second year running.
The previous financial year, the account was in the black to the tune of ?14 million.
It means the amount paid out, mostly in state pensions, is greater than total NI contributions into the fund.
A consultants' report suggesting a swathe of changes needed to redress the balance, is due to be released to the public soon. The Ci65 document is understood to suggest transforming pensions and welfare benefits.
Speaking earlier this autumn, Mr Teare said he was confident a new approach could make up the shortfall, to ensure state pensions remained viable for future generations.
But he said firm action would be needed to grasp the nettle:
Clip 1
Posted by isleofman.com
Wednesday 5th, November 2014 02:10pm.

Popular Articles

Upcoming Events

Nobles Parkrun

A free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event in Nobles Park.  Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate...
10 May

Bridge Club

Monday is Bridge Day at the Onchan Pensioner's Social Club   We have two bridge clubs that meet on a weekly...
12 May
View More
Advertisement

You also might be interested in

Stephen Savage joins Quinn Legal’s Corporate and Commercial legal team.

Business

When the clocks sprung forward we lost another precious hour of sleep

Health & Wellness

The GFoGE guide to obstacle races & why should you do one.

Sports & Leisure

Why not take a "Wallaby" walk in the Curragh?

Nature & Wildlife

Hop-tu-Naa is an ancient festival celebrated on the Isle of Man

Visitor Guide

The Isle of Man hosts many traditional ceremonies throughout the year

Visitor Guide