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Articles - Getting the balance right on SSAS transfers
Pension scams remain a significant concern for regulators, trustees and pension providers. As the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) considers further safeguards around pension transfers, it is important that measures designed to protect consumers do not inadvertently restrict legitimate retirement planning opportunities. As one of the UK's longest-established SSAS providers, we welcome efforts to strengthen protections against pension scams and fraudulent transfers.
Articles - What the new IHT rules may mean for SIPP and SSAS clients
By Robert Hunschok, SSAS Consultant, Barnett Waddingham Where they expect IHT to be due on a pension fund, they can direct the pension scheme administrator to withhold up to 50% of the taxable benefits for up to 15 months from the date of the member’s death. The aim of any IHT due to then be paid directly from the pension scheme to HMRC. These are helpful from an administration perspective.
Articles - The retirement crisis is not emerging it is already here
On 19 May 2026, the Pensions Commission published its interim report on the state of retirement saving in the UK. The report highlights that many people are not saving enough for retirement, particularly low and middle earners, the self-employed, and women. It sets out the key challenges facing the current system, and where the Commission will focus its work next. A final report, including recommendations on how to improve retirement outcomes, is expected in early 2027.
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