Pensions

Basic state pensions 2009-2010 2008-2009
Single person per year £4,953.00 £4,716.40
Dependant's addition per year £2,966.60 £2,826.20
Married couple total per year £7,919.60 £7,542.60


Personal pensions 2008-2009 2009-2010 2010-2011
Annual Allowance* £235,000 £245,000 £255,000
Lifetime Allowance £1.65m £1.75m £1.80m


*An individual can contribute the lower of the allowance or relevant income. An individual without relevant income can contribute up to £3,600.

Note
Possible restriction from 22 April 2009 for individuals with income of £150,000 or more who alter their pattern of pension contributions.