Economy
The Pension Funds Quietly Invested in Weapons Manufacturers
Millions of public sector workers have no idea their retirement savings are funding arms deals in conflict zones.
Leila Hassan·8 min read·September 8, 2026
Scrutinising the financial systems that shape everyday life — tax avoidance, pension mismanagement, and the hidden costs of austerity.
Millions of public sector workers have no idea their retirement savings are funding arms deals in conflict zones.
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