PENSIONERS could be given an estimate of when they might die to help them manage their finances, according to ministers. As part of Government guidance intended to help pensioners plan how much to spend and save, pensions minister Steve Webb said experts could look at factors such as smoking, eating habits and socio-economic background when determining approximate life expectancy.
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