Proposals for 800,000 private sector workers to be enrolled in a pension expected to be approved by Cabinet

Minister for Social Protection, Heather Humphreys, will formally seek Cabinet approval for the Automatic Enrolment Retirement Savings System Bill. Picture: Sam Boal/Collins Photos

Proposals that will see 800,000 private sector workers automatically enrolled in a pension are expected to be approved by Cabinet on Wednesday.

Minister for Social Protection, Heather Humphreys, will formally seek Cabinet approval for the Automatic Enrolment Retirement Savings System Bill.