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Waspi update on compensation to come “as soon as humanly possible”
The government says an announcement on state pension compensation for Waspi women will be made in the coming weeks, following an ombudsman ruling back in March
By Ruth Emery Published
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The 4% pension rule to retire comfortably
Wondering when the best time is to retire, and how much to take from your pension pot? We explain how the 4% rule could help you retire comfortably.
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Pension Credit deadline: one month to go to secure Winter Fuel Payment
News There is just one month to go to claim Pension Credit and secure backdated Winter Fuel Allowance. Here's how to apply
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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What is the 25% pension tax-free cash - and when should you take it?
The 25% tax-free cash that savers can take from their pension pots got plenty of airtime in the run-up to the Autumn Budget, with speculation that it could be cut or axed. But, what is it and how does it work?
By Ruth Emery Published
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Pension warning: one in five don’t know how much is going into their pension
How to check your pension contributions and why it matters
By Katie Williams Published
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What is the Mansion House speech - and why does it matter to you?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves has delivered her first Mansion House speech. We look at what was announced and how it could affect your finances
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Mansion House speech: Rachel Reeves to create “pension megafunds” to boost UK growth
The chancellor used her maiden Mansion House speech to unveil what she calls the "biggest pension reform in decades". How will her plans affect your retirement savings?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Pensioners to pay “retirement tax” within three years, according to state pension forecasts
The state pension is set to reach £12,592 by 2027, meaning it will exceed the tax-free personal allowance. We look at the latest forecasts, and how frozen tax thresholds affect retirees
By Ruth Emery Published
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Gender pensions gap to take 20 years to fix unless ‘decisive action taken’
Scottish Widows finds that - based on current projections - it will take until 2045 to bridge the gender pensions gap
By Chris Newlands Published