Pension Protection and Family

It is important to consider the security of your pension to ensure the financial security of your family. There are several measures you can take to protect your pension in the event of death or divorce and ensure that you and your family do not suffer financially: for more details see Non-State Pensions & Family.

If you are concerned about providing for your dependents when you have retired, it may be worthwhile considering the range of state benefits on offer which aim to support those people who are struggling to survive on a low income. You may be eligible for benefits including pension credit, or extra income in the form of a dependent increase; for more information see State Benefits and State Pensions & Family. It is important to consider the best ways to protect your pension fund and ensure you get the best deal on your pension when it comes to choosing a suitable pension scheme and drawing your pension benefits.

For more information on private pension schemes see Non-State Pensions, Personal Pensions, Stakeholder Pensions and Occupational Pensions. For details on choosing the correct annuity for your needs see Annuities. For advice on how to best protect your money against pension crises and how to ensure the best pension on retirement, see Pension Protection. If you are concerned about the amount of tax your family may be required to pay on money they inherit in the event of your death, see Inheritance Tax.