Pensions
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Should you defer your pension and stay in work?
Deferring your state pension could make sense if you're still working and don't need the income immediately. We look at how it works, and the pros and cons.
By David Prosser Last updated
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Lost pension pots reach £31 billion - how to find your old pensions
There are now an estimated 3.3 million lost pension pots, up from 2.8 million two years ago, according to the Pensions Policy Institute. We explain how to track down your old pensions
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Pensioners reclaim £44 million from HMRC – are you owed money?
Thousands of pensioners claim money back from HMRC after being overtaxed on their withdrawals. We explain how to avoid a shock bill and get a refund.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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What is the pensions dashboard?
Touted as a game-changer in how we manage our savings, the pensions dashboard initiative has been plagued by delays. Here’s what you need to know.
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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More people are living to 100: here is what to do with your pension
The number of people living to 100 in the UK will increase by 200% – what does this mean for your pension?
By Chris Newlands Published
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Will Labour cut the 25% pension tax-free cash in the Autumn Budget?
The chancellor is said to be considering reducing the maximum amount of tax-free cash that pension savers can take. Should you take your money now just in case?
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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State pension set to rise by 4.1% next April – how much could you get?
The full new state pension should increase by £473 thanks to the triple lock, bringing it to just under £12,000 a year. But this will be offset by the removal of the winter fuel payment for millions of pensioners
By Ruth Emery Last updated
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Will Labour change the rules on pension tax relief?
Pension tax relief costs the government almost £50 billion a year – but new reports suggest cuts are off the table at the upcoming Budget
By Katie Williams Last updated
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State pension underpayments: ombudsman to investigate underpayments for married women
Tens of thousands of married women pensioners could get back millions in state pension arrears following a campaign that has led to an ombudsman investigation for a number of cases
By Kalpana Fitzpatrick Published