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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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When can I take money from my pension?

The earliest you can take money from your private pension is usually age 55 (57 from April 2028), but it’s normally designed to pay out around age 65 or older....
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Pension scheme fees and charges explained

Most defined contribution pension schemes charge fees to invest and manage your money. You usually won’t pay any charges if you have a defined benefit pension....
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What to do with your pension if you’re made redundant

If you’re made redundant, your workplace pension savings are still safe. You can either leave your pension where it is or transfer it to a new provider. Here’s...
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What to do about someone’s pension when they’ve died

When someone dies, their pension will usually pass to the people they nominated or pay an income to their dependants. If you’re able to, it’s best to let the...
Take your pension later than planned: late retirement explained

Your pension is designed to start paying out on a certain date, but you can usually choose when you want to claim it. If you can afford to, delaying retirement...
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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...
Check for special features before taking or transferring your pension

Some pensions include valuable special features that might be lost if you take money too early or transfer to another provider. This can affect how much you ...
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Build up your retirement savings after divorce or dissolution

As part of your financial settlement, you might have received part of your ex-husband, wife or civil partner’s pensions. Or perhaps you’ve given up a share of...
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Workplace pensions: how your employer’s pension scheme works

If you have an employer, they must offer a pension scheme so you can save money for your retirement. Your employer usually sets this up for you automatically...

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Take your pension later than planned: late retirement explained

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How tax works on pension income

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Build up your retirement savings after divorce or dissolution

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