Financial advice

You may wish to speak to an Independent Financial Adviser (IFA) about your pension plans. See the Financial Conduct Authority website (opens in a new window) for tips on finding an adviser.

General pensions guidance

The Money and Pensions Service (MAPS) provides information and guidance to help make you make informed decisions about your pensions and retirement plans. MAPS is an Arm’s Length Body sponsored by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP). ­

www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en/pensions-and-retirement

Or call 0800 011 3797

Guidance on your options at retirement

If you are 50 or over, or are retiring on ill health grounds, you can get free and impartial guidance on your options by booking an appointment with Pension Wise. Appointments are available by telephone and face-to-face and take about 45 minutes. Further details are available on the Pension Wise website (opens in a new window).

Published:
23 February 2022
Last updated:
28 May 2025