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24Dec
2015

The new flat rate state pension and the ‘top-up’ scheme

The new flat rate state pension and the ‘top up’ scheme Those retiring after 6 April next year will be the first to experience the latest big shake-up of the state pension – the introduction of ‘the flat rate’ ...

24Dec
2015

Reductions in pension allowances

The amount that high earners can contribute to their pensions and claim tax relief is reducing from April 2016. For every £2 you earn over £150,000, your annual pension allowance will reduce by £1. This reduction continues ...