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How much should I save for retirement?

You’ll need retirement income of at least £13,900 a year, or £22,500 if you’re in a couple – according to the Retirement Living Standards. This covers your essential...
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The annual allowance for tax relief on pension savings

Each tax year, you can usually get tax relief on your pension contributions up to 100% of your earnings or £60,000 – whichever is lower. Here’s what you need...
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How to plan for retirement: Retirement planning checklist

Planning for retirement many years before you aim to stop working gives you time to boost your income if you need to. Our checklist explains...
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Is the 25% tax-free pension lump sum ending or changing?

No changes to the 25% tax-free pension lump sum were announced in the 2025 Autumn Budget. Here’s what you need to know.
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Tax-free pension lump sum allowances

You can usually take up to 25% from each of your pensions as tax-free lump sums, provided the total is less than £268,275. We explain the lump sum allowance ...
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The tapered annual allowance for pension savings

If you earn more than £200,000 in a tax year, you might be affected by the tapered annual allowance. This limits the amount of pension savings you can get tax...
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Take your pension as multiple lump sums

If you have a defined contribution pension, you can usually choose how and when to take your money. One option is to leave the money invested and take cash lump...
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Early retirement

Early retirement might sound like a good idea if you’re made redundant or want to make a change. But it’s important to weigh up the pros and cons. Take the time...
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Why should I save into a pension?

If you want to stop working when you’re older, you’ll need enough money to live on. The State Pension might cover some costs, but you’ll usually need your own...
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How tax works on pension income

Your pension is usually counted as part of your earnings, so you’ll pay tax on any income above your tax-free allowances. Here’s all you need to know, including...

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