Text Size:

|
|
Search the Age Concern website

Deferring retirement pension questions and answers - Information sheet 12

You don't have to claim your state pension at the current retirement age.  If you defer it you may be eligible for an increased pension or a lump sum payment later on.  This information sheet explains the rules and issues to consider if you are thinking of deferring‚ including:

  • Lump sum or increased weekly pension payments;
  • Effect of deferring on other benefits you may receive;
  • Advantages and risks of deferring;
  • Rules for married women.

Further information

Please download our information sheet at the top right of this screen for more information.

Download

Info sheet 12 (57.60 Kb)

Issued: 07 April 2008