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  • Annuity rates hold near decade highs into 2026

    Annuity rates hold near decade highs into 2026, extending retirement income boost
    April 27, 2026
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  • Show me the money – a quarter tee off their retirement with full tax-free cash withdrawal

    Tax-free pension cash is acting as a powerful psychological anchor for many over-55s as they approach retirement.
    April 21, 2026
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  • Now a higher rate taxpayer? Pensions could help people hold on to more of their pay rise

    April marks the start of the new tax year and, for many, the potential for a welcome pay rise. However, with income tax thresholds frozen until 2031, those who had been edging towards the top of the basic rate band may find a larger slice of their increase going straight to the taxman.
    April 20, 2026
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    Colleague Story: Mohamad Sidek

    Discover what Mohamad has learnt at Standard Life as a Business Manager in Corporate Affairs & Brand Function.
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    Standard Life content team

    April 23, 2026

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    Power of Attorney - Lynn Forrest

    Our colleague Lynn Forrest understands the value of a Power of Attorney – and the challenges you can face when there isn’t one in place. Read her story.
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    Standard Life content team

    April 22, 2026

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    Power of Attorney - Diane Webb

    Find out how a Power of Attorney helped our colleague Diane Webb support her uncle – and how this legal document can help make life simpler, through all the twists and turns.
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    Standard Life content team

    April 22, 2026

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