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Ways to close the gender pensions gap
On average, women have around half as much saved in a pension as men by age 60. Here are steps you can take to help close the gender pensions gap.
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Take money from your pension when you need it: pension drawdown explained
If you have a defined contribution pension, one way to take your money is to use flexi-access drawdown. This lets you withdraw some tax-free cash and leave the...
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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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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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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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What happens to my workplace pension during maternity or paternity leave?
While you’re on paid family leave, you and your employer will usually continue paying into your workplace pension. Here’s what you need to know, including what...
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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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Increase your State Pension with voluntary National Insurance contributions
You usually need 35 qualifying years of National Insurance (NI) contributions to get the full State Pension. If you do not have enough, you can pay to fill gaps...
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How to take your pension: a step-by-step guide
It’s a good idea to plan how you’ll take your pension many years before you retire. This gives you time to understand your options, decide when you might be ...
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Collective defined contribution pensions explained
A collective defined contribution (CDC) scheme pays you a regular income for life when you retire. Everyone’s money is invested together in a single fund to ...
