# Pensions Up But Confidence Lags | Belfast News

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Podcast: [Belfast News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/belfast-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7598384)
Published: 2026-09-14T05:11:36+00:00
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Pensions are seeing a boost in participation—with 17% more people saving—but confidence remains low: only 40% feel their retirement will be comfortable. Women lag behind, with 24% having no plan at all, compared to 17% of men, and they’re less informed about how pensions work. The new auto-enrolment program, My Future Fund, has already signed up over 800,000 people and invested €550 million, but many still don’t understand fees or their statements. Experts urge everyone to review their plans—even just a quick chat with an advisor can make a big difference. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.thejournal.ie/ccpc-pension-report-ireland-7159585-Sep2026/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/dba6102e9fdccb8f Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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