Pensions
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Self-employed? Start saving for your pension now
Britons who are self-employed have neglected to build up their retirement fund. Could changes to the self-assessment system help them act now?
By David Prosser Last updated
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Nest Pensions abandoned by 10 million workers – why are savers ditching the UK’s biggest workplace pension?
Savers are halting contributions and leaving millions of small pots behind them, Freedom of Information (FOI) data provided exclusively to MoneyWeek shows. We look at why and what it means.
By Laura Miller Published
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UK state pension is least generous in the G7 – how do other rich countries compare?
British retirees get substantially less in state pension than in other wealthy nations, and for fewer years, but the balance is a lower tax burden on working age people
By Laura Miller Published
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Inside a Budget: ex-Treasury minister reveals the chess game behind your tax rises
In an exclusive interview with MoneyWeek former government insider David Gauke says chancellor Rachel Reeves will ‘need to show the richest are making a big contribution’ in the upcoming Autumn Budget
By Laura Miller Published
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Pensions IHT reform: major changes needed says former minister
Experts are calling on the government to make the system for applying inheritance to pensions ‘more effective, efficient and humane’
By Dan McEvoy Published
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Are you missing out on Pension Credit? How to claim the benefit worth £4,300 a year
News Thousands of eligible households are still failing to apply for Pension Credit. We explain who qualifies for Pension Credit and how to apply
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Pension tax refunds: how to get your money back if you have been overcharged
Thousands of retirees recovered more than £48.5 million in overpaid tax from flexible pension withdrawals in the third quarter of 2025. Are you due a pension tax refund?
By Daniel Hilton Last updated
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How to find lost pensions, savings or investments
Losing track of money is easy to do when moving house or changing jobs so if you’ve lost touch with your cash. If this is you, then follow these simple steps to track down your lost pension, investments, savings or Premium Bonds
By Samantha Partington Last updated
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How to boost your pension pot as 35% of UK over 50s face huge retirement savings gap
Over 50s are facing a later life with little to no funds - but there are steps you can take now to boost your pot.
By Sam Walker Published
