All (102) Articles (90) Tools (2) Blogs (10) Filter by topics Clear all Pensions and retirement Blogs Benefits Family and care Work Contact us Selected filters Page 1 of 11 Sort by Relevance Most recent Most popular Article State Pension: how it works The State Pension is regular money you can claim from the government to help when you retire. Find out how much State Pension you’ll get, the age you can claim... Topic State Pension Your State Pension is based on how many years you’ve made National Insurance contributions. Use our guides and tools to learn more, including: how... Article Child Benefit and the State Pension Did you know that claiming Child Benefit could mean you get more State Pension? Retirement might be the last thing on your mind when you’re looking after a new... Topic Pensions explained Use our guides and tools to learn how a pension can help you save for retirement. We explain what you need to know, including: what a pension... Article 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... Article 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... Article What happens to my pension when I die? Your pension money can usually be paid to someone else when you die, depending on the type of pension you have. Here’s what you need to know about pension death... Article Why should I save into a pension? If you want to stop working when you’re older, you’ll need enough money to live on. The State Pension might cover some costs, but you’ll usually need your own... Topic Take your pension Learn when and how you can take money from your pension with our guides, tools and free Pension Wise appointments. We explain all you need to know, including: your... What disability and sickness benefits can I claim? If you can’t work, or work reduced hours, because of sickness or disability – financial support is available. You might be able to claim Statutory Sick Pay (SSP),... 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Next