'I don't think I'll ever be able to retire'
Summary
Many people in the UK are working past the traditional retirement age because their pensions and state benefits are not enough to cover living costs. Some enjoy working for social reasons or personal fulfillment, while others continue out of financial need.Key Facts
- Mandy Kemp, 70, works three days a week because her state pension does not cover rent and living costs.
- Some older workers, especially women, have fewer savings and may have had part-time jobs without pensions.
- The state pension age has risen, and people are living longer, leading to more working later in life.
- Work can help older people stay healthy and socially connected but can also be a necessity for financial survival.
- Jackie Haynes, nearly 80, works part-time at a care home for social interaction and purpose, not money.
- Mike Sandford, 78, wants to keep working as a mechanical engineer to stay mentally active.
- Some older workers continue working because their savings are low and the cost of living is high.
- The trend reflects a shift away from retirement as a clear endpoint of working life.
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