On 6 April 2015 new pension rules came into force, giving you much greater flexibility over how you use your pension savings and the options you have in retirement.
At Retirement
In this section, we have explained some common retirement options in plain simple language.
Income Drawdown is a more flexible alternative to the traditional annuity route, offering greater choice and control for many people.
An Enhanced Annuity pays a higher income in retirement if you have a medical condition that may reduce your life expectancy.
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