Lots of impartial information, guidance, advice and support is available to you.
Age UK
Age UK is the UK's largest charity dedicated to helping everyone make the most of later life. They help more than six million people every year, providing companionship, advice and support for older people who need it most.
Find helpful support and guidance by visiting Age UK's website and reading their guides.
Their website
This is full of helpful guidance and advice.
Particularly these pages:
Their guides
Age UK produced these guides with our support.
The Money and Pensions Service
In January 2019, the Government brought together three respected bodies of financial guidance to form the Money and Pensions Service. Currently each organisation still has their own contact details. Click on the boxes below to go to their websites.
Tax advice and guidance
Tax Help for Older People
This service is provided by the charity Tax Volunteers. The charity is funded by HMRC, the tax profession, Rothesay and a number of other insurance companies. It provides older people on lower incomes with free, independent and expert help and advice regarding tax.
View their website page for Rothesay policyholders
Tel: 0333 2075652
HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC)
Collects most of the taxes within the UK. HMRC's pensions helpline provides advice and support on any matters relating to tax
Tel: 0300 200 3300 (UK)
Tel: +44 135 535 9022 (Overseas)
Other help available
Click on the boxes below to access other help.