UK to tax pension inheritances at up to 67% starting 2027, complicating retirement planning.

In 2014, George Osborne introduced Pension Freedom, allowing retirees to withdraw funds from their pensions. However, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced in 2024 that pensions will be subject to inheritance tax starting in 2027, which may cause financial strain for beneficiaries, as they could face a tax rate of up to 67%. This change could lead to an increase in annuities and affect adviser fees. Collective Defined Contribution (CDC) schemes are seen as a potential solution to improve pension outcomes, but their success is uncertain. The new IHT rules could also create significant delays in distributing funds to beneficiaries, complicating the retirement planning process.

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