The State Pension age started to rise to 67 in April 2026. However, many people are not in work by that age. In 2025, by age 65, only 42% were in work and by age 66, this had fallen to 29.3%. Reasons for leaving work reflect inequality, with, typically, wealthier people choosing to retire, and poorer people leaving due to ill-health or with caring responsibilities. (Conclusion, Paragraph 46)