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Boost your pension with additional voluntary contributions (AVCs)
One way to top up your pension savings is by making additional voluntary contributions (AVCs) – either by paying more into your existing scheme or setting up...
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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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How pension auto-enrolment works
If you have a job, your employer will usually offer you a workplace pension. This lets you and your employer save money to give you an income when you retire....
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How to transfer out of a defined benefit pension
If you have a defined benefit pension, you’re usually better off leaving it where it is – even if your employer has offered you an incentive to move it to a ...
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How to complain about a problem with your pension
If you have a problem with your pension, including about the State Pension or bad advice from a financial adviser, you can complain. Here’s what you need to ...
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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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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...
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How to find the best deal when taking your pension
If you have a defined contribution pension, you can usually choose how and when to take your money – including which products and providers to use. Find out ...
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How to claim compensation for a pension problem or poor advice
If you’re unhappy with your pension provider, or a financial adviser has given you poor advice, you might be able to claim compensation for any money you’ve ...
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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.