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How safe is my pension?
Your pension is protected so your money usually stays safe – even if your pension provider or employer goes bust. Here’s what you need to know.
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Workplace pension contribution calculator
If you’re an employee you’ve probably been automatically enrolled into a pension by your employer. Use our workplace pension contribution calculator to...
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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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What happens to my pension if I leave a job or opt out?
If you opt out or stop paying into a pension, any money you’ve built up remains yours. You can usually choose to leave it where it is or transfer it to a new...
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Free pension calculator – estimate your retirement income
Our Pension calculator can:
- estimate how much pension income you'll get when you'd like to retire, including from the State Pension, workplace...
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Defined benefit pension schemes: final salary and career average explained
A defined benefit pension is a type of workplace pension scheme. The money you get when you retire is based on your salary and the number of years you’ve been...
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How are pensions protected?
Many different organisations help to protect your pension, such as The Pensions Regulator and The Pensions Ombudsman. Here’s what you need to know, including...
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Ways to boost your pension
Your retirement is likely to be more comfortable if you have a higher income from your pension. We explain different ways that might boost your pension savings.
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Personal pensions: set up your own private pension
You can set up your own personal or private pension for any reason, but it’s more common if you’re self-employed, don’t work or want to save more than your employer’s...
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Why has my pension pot gone down in value?
The way your pension is invested could mean that your pot isn’t worth what it used to be. Find out why and what you can do to help rebuild your savings for retirement.