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Waspi women pension compensation: what next for the campaign?
Waspi women pension compensation: The government has rejected calls to compensate Waspi women, arguing that most of them knew about the state pension age increase. Pressure mounts on Labour to rethink its decision
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Act now: deadline to claim Pension Credit and get Winter Fuel Payment is 21 December
News There are just a few days left to claim Pension Credit and secure backdated Winter Fuel Allowance. Here's how to apply
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Key pension changes in 2025
There are several big changes to pensions in 2025. Here’s what you need to know, from the state pension and pension dashboards to preparing for an inheritance tax hike
By Ruth Emery Published
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Can I cash in my pension early?
High living costs and rising taxes could make you wonder whether it's worth cashing in your pension early, but it might not be a good idea.
By Katie Williams Last updated
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What a delay in the government’s pension review could mean for your money?
The Treasury is rumoured to have abandoned the next stage of its retirement market review that would have considered how to boost auto-enrolment pension contributions
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Millions of pension savers could get targeted support under new proposals
The proposals are part of the FCA’s attempt to tackle the advice gap, after 75% of savers admitted they don’t have a clear plan for their pension
By Katie Williams Published
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Is an inflation-linked annuity or a level annuity better value?
What makes more sense as a retirement plan: an inflation-linked annuity or a level annuity?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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What is the pension lifetime allowance?
Analysis The lifetime allowance was scrapped by the previous government, but Labour has previously hinted that it would resurrect it. We explain how the pension lifetime allowance works - and whether it could make a comeback
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Older savers dangerously unprepared for financial shocks in retirement
Most over-50s haven’t factored in the cost of care when planning for retirement, or other financial hurdles like long-term illness. We share four tips to boost your financial resilience.
By Katie Williams Published