Pensions expert: I've just taken a lump sum before Reeves can raid it

Pensions Expert Takes Preemptive Action

A pensions expert has decided to take a tax-free lump sum from their pension ahead of the upcoming Budget.

The reason for this decision is the uncertainty surrounding potential changes to pension rules by Chancellor Rachel Reeves.

I wanted to take advantage of current rules just in case she changes them – and the timing is right for me.

The expert plans to use the lump sum to fund a luxury bathroom, making their home more suitable for later life.

The expert faced a race against time to secure the lump sum before the Budget on November 26.

Author's summary: Expert takes pension lump sum ahead of Budget.

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This is Money This is Money — 2025-11-04

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