Workers to Pay Higher Taxes in Pension Reform

The video discusses the UK government's proposed changes to the pension system, introducing a single tier state pension aimed at simplifying the current complex system. This change is expected to result in a higher state pension for many, but also an increase in tax contributions for some. The final salary pension, mostly available to public sector workers, will see changes in National Insurance contributions. The government claims the new system will be fairer and easier to understand, though it has faced criticism for lack of transparency. The changes are expected to generate significant initial revenue for the government.

What does the government hope to achieve with the new pension system in terms of complexity?

What criticism did Ed Miliband express regarding the pension plan?