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Thinking about your future

Wherever you are on your retirement journey, we’re here to help you along the way

Pension tax changes

The government has announced changes to pension tax allowances and charges, which may affect tax management measures that you’ve put in place or your savings decisions. Find out more in our pension tax update.

Whether you’re planning on retiring in the next few years, or it’s something that seems a long way off – it’s never too early to start thinking about your future. It’s important to set some planning time aside to make sure you’re saving enough to have the lifestyle you want at retirement.

Watch our short video below to find out how to get started with your retirement planning.

  • How much you'll need

    Think about what you want out of retirement so you can plan for your future

  • Pension building in your 20s and 30s

    Understand the options you have now and the ways you can track your benefits and savings for your future

  • Saving for retirement when you’re 40+

    It’s not too late to start paying your pension some attention, and make meaningful decisions that will help you plan for your future

  • Preparing for retirement when you’re 55+

    Practical information as you move closer to retirement and get ready for lifestyle changes

  • Using your Investment Builder pot

    Find out what you can do with any defined contribution savings you have with USS

  • Retirement Planning Tool

    Understand your options and work through the decisions you’ll need to make to plan ahead

  • A timeline to retirement

    Now you're thinking about retiring, it's important to know how the process works and how long it takes