Understanding pensions

To help you understand pension planning we've created some easy-to-understand guides to your state pension, paying tax, fees and charges, and pension rules.

Guides

  • How the state pension works

    A guide to state pensions, explaining how the state pension works, when you can claim and how much you'll get.

  • Paying tax on your pension

    A guide on how tax is applied to your pension income, how much you could pay, and where to find more information.

  • Pension fees and charges

    A guide on how your pension is paid for and how the decisions you make could affect the charges you pay.

  • Where to get help and advice

    A guide on where to get help and advice with your pension and where to find more information.

Handy tools to help you plan

We can help you work out the retirement income you want, check your current pension plan’s estimated worth and find answers to lots of other questions.