The Pensions Primer: a guide to the UK pensions system

This Guide to the UK pensions system gives a detailed description of the current pensions system and some of the archaeology of these layers.  The guide is intended for people wanting to learn about UK pensions policy.  It should not be used to make individual pensions decisions. 

This version of the guide reflects the current position of, and legislated future changes to, the UK pension system as at 21 December 2012.  Any change in Government policy that may occur after that date is not included in this version.

To download the full document please click here.

Alternatively each section is available below

A guide to the UK pensions system - Introduction

A guide to the UK pensions system - First Tier Provision

A guide to the UK pensions system - Second Tier Provision

A guide to the UK pensions system - Third Tier Provision

The PPI has also produced an Historical Annex which provides details of changes in Second Tier Provision in the UK.  To download the Historical Annex click here.

If you would like a copy of the report please contact info@pensionspolicyinstitute.org.uk or 020 7848 3744.

For further details contact Chris Curry, Research Director on 020 7848 3731 or chris@pensionspolicyinstitute.org.uk