But it is, as of yet, unclear whether these will be supported, or what kind of reimbursement, if any, 1950s women will receive. Nonetheless, the Ombudsman is independent of government and so

may present an opportunity for campaigners. However, regardless of the decision made going forward, Britons have been urged to think carefully about their retirement. Sarah Coles, personal

finance analyst at Hargreaves Lansdown, commented on today’s decision and the bearing it has on retirement going forward.