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flag UK pensioners received £48.7M in refunds after HMRC overcharged taxes on lump-sum withdrawals due to a system flaw.

flag HMRC has issued £48.7 million in tax refunds to over 13,000 UK pensioners between April and June 2025, averaging £3,800 each, after a system flaw led to excessive tax charges on first-time lump-sum pension withdrawals. flag The error occurs because HMRC’s system assumes repeated monthly withdrawals, resulting in higher tax bills than warranted. flag While refunds are available through a complex claims process, experts warn the procedure is time-consuming and advise retirees to plan withdrawals carefully to avoid overpayment. flag The issue persists despite pension freedoms being introduced over a decade ago.

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