Pensioners' fears over income tax burden
Charities report heightened concern among pensioners who fear being dragged into paying income tax.
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Charities report heightened concern among pensioners who fear being dragged into paying income tax.
The problem is linked to a failure to raise the thresholds at which tax is paid in line with increases in income, including pensions.
New research from Canada Life found that almost one third of UK adults who have checked their tax code were on the wrong one - with around 6% being on the wrong one in the last year
There is a time limit to claim any overpaid tax from HMRC, so people are urged to act fast.
As interest rates have risen, millions of savers now need to consider whether they might have tax to pay on their savings income. In many cases, HM Revenue and Customs will do the sums required, but it is not a perfect system and savers would be wise to check their position to avoid the risk of penalties.