Taoiseach: Review will ensure quality pensions for younger workers

The Taoiseach also denied the recommendation of the commission – that any rise in the pension age should begin in 2028 – was 'short-termism'

Taoiseach Michael Martin said there were 'no easy solutions' to the shortfall in the pensions system, which will hit more than €20bn a year within 50 years.

The Taoiseach says the Government's review of the Pensions Commission will ensure younger workers will be able to avail of quality pensions.

Speaking to reporters in Belfast on Friday, Micheál Martin said the publication of the Pensions Commission report showed a "challenge" for the entire political system. Mr Martin said there were "no easy solutions" to the shortfall in the pensions system, which will hit more than €20bn a year within 50 years.