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Pension transfers and consolidation
Our guides can help you decide if transferring or consolidating your pensions is right for you, including how to find pension advice. We explain:
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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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What is the gender pensions gap and why does it exist?
The gender pensions gap is the difference between men’s and women’s average pension values. Find out why women often approach retirement with far less saved.
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What happens to my pension if I'm on sick leave?
If you’re off sick from work and receiving sick pay, you and your employer will usually still pay into your pension. If you’re too ill to return to work, you...
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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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Increase your retirement income with Pension Credit
If you’ve reached State Pension age, check if you can claim Pension Credit – this extra retirement income could pay you thousands a year. It also means you could...
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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.
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Tax and pensions
Pensions have a unique feature – your savings are normally boosted by extra money from the government, called tax relief. You can also usually take some of your...
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Help if you have a frozen pension from a previous job
If you leave a job, your workplace pension is usually ‘frozen’ with no more money paid in. Here’s what you need to know and your options, including how to find...
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Increase your State Pension by deferring your claim
If you decide not to claim your State Pension when you reach State Pension age, you can usually increase the amount you’re entitled to. You do not have to let...
