Catching up on your state pension
The deadline to boost to your state pension ends on 5 April 2023. If you think you could benefit, the time to act is now.
Pensions
No time to waste: minimum pension contributions must rise
A new report from the ABI is sending a clear message to employers, employees and the self-employed – a significant increase in the minimum contributions to workplace pensions is required.
Escaping the higher minimum pension age
After the recent publication of the Finance Bill, the government unexpectedly closed the transfer window that allowed savers to join pension schemes and access their funds at 55.
Triple Lock shifts to Double Lock in 2022
The DWP has revealed that the Triple Lock will not apply next April, leaving a funding gap worth up to £9.35 a week. So how will the new Double Lock affect you?
The pension annual allowance trap
HMRC figures show that the pension annual allowance continues to help fill its depleted coffers but to the detriment of the taxpayer. How are your contribution levels looking?
Reconsidering your pension contributions
Increases to NICs from next April may disadvantage employees who make direct contributions to their pension pot, with salary sacrifice becoming a more attractive option.
Pension age steps closer to 57
The government has published draft legislation to raise the minimum age for drawing pension benefits from 55 to 57.
The Triple Lock trip up (take two)
State pension increases and the Triple Lock are back in the spotlight.
Pensions lifetime allowance devaluation continues
The standard lifetime allowance freeze announced in the Budget will have a big impact on those approaching retirement.
New rules on pension drawdown and investment
Pension providers must offer more protections for pension drawdown through clear investment pathways. Always seek advice before making pension investment changes.