Pension guides

Published: April 2011

A brief overview summarising the changes to pensions law including what employers must do and how they might set about getting ready

Published: July 2011

A basic guide for employers providing essential information about the changes to work-based pensions – what the changes are, why they’re needed, how employers will be affected and what they’ll need to do

Published: May 2011

A useful resource for trustees, providers and administrators to pass on to scheme members - this guide describes the range of options available to an employee approaching retirement, including annuity types and other forms of retirement income

Published: September 2008

For those with a choice of where their pension contributions are invested, there’s a lot to weigh up. This guide explains why a person’s age, different fund types, investment risks, inflation, charges and other factors are all vital considerations.

Published: November 2007

Joint publication by The Pensions Regulator and the Financial Services Authority, setting out their respective roles in relation to contract-based pensions. It provides more clarity in certain areas where it was previously identified to be lacking.

Published: February 2007

Most people are keen to make sure their salary has been paid correctly, yet pension contributions often go unchecked. This brief guide explains how to make sure contributions are being made correctly and what to do if something is wrong.

Published: February 2007

All you need to know about stakeholder pensions, from what they are to how to go about choosing one. Guidance on when employers must offer them to their employees, what information they should give them and the financial administration implications.