Pensions

Pensions 2008/09 2007/08
Lifetime allowance* £1,650,000 £1,600,000
Annual allowance £235,000 £225,000

Lifetime allowance charge 55% if excess drawn as cash

25% if excess drawn as income

Annual allowance charge  40% of excess drawn

Maximum pension commencement lump sum* 25% of pension benefit value
Maximum relievable personal contribution  100% relevant UK earning or £3,600 if greater
*subject to transitional protection for excess amount

 

State Pensions 2008/09 2007/08
Single Person: £90.70 £87.30
Dependant's addition £54.35 £52.30