Steve Webb
Coverage of Steve Webb in the Nexus archive.
- We're pensioners earning less than £1,000 in savings interest, are we over-taxed? STEVE WEBB replies
Pensioners with less than £1,000 in savings interest question if they are being over-taxed. Steve Webb provides a response to their concern.
- My wife's NI number has changed after 50 years, will it affect her pension? STEVE WEBB replies
A wife's National Insurance (NI) number has changed after 50 years, raising concerns about its impact on her pension. The article includes a response from Steve Webb addressing the issue.
- I've reached a dead end finding an old pension, what can I do? STEVE WEBB replies
A person has reached a dead end in finding an old pension and seeks advice. STEVE WEBB provides a response.
- I'm healthy and a former pensions minister... but this is why I've at 60 I've already given my children power over my finances: STEVE WEBB reveals what you must do before it's too late
Steve Webb discusses giving his children control over his finances at age 60 and advises others to take similar steps to prepare for potential future issues. He emphasizes the importance of proactive financial planning.
- My daughter's employer stopped paying into her pension - so why is it still taking money from her salary? STEVE WEBB investigates
An employee's employer has stopped contributing to her pension, yet continues to deduct funds from her salary. Steve Webb is investigating the discrepancy.
- Why did ReAssure give me three wildly different pension values? STEVE WEBB wins £63,000 for our reader
ReAssure provided three different pension values to a reader, who then won £63,000 with the help of Steve Webb. The large discrepancy in pension values raised concerns. Steve Webb's assistance led to a significant win for the reader.
- Will YOU be let off tax on your state pension? 'Deeply flawed' plan will exempt one out of 18 pensioners, says Steve Webb
A plan to exempt some state pensioners from tax has been criticized as 'deeply flawed', with only one out of 18 pensioners expected to be let off tax. Steve Webb commented on the plan, highlighting its limitations. The plan's impact on pensioners is expected to be limited.
- Steve Webb answers pension questions: Read all the replies
Steve Webb answers questions about pensions, providing information and clarity on the topic. The replies cover various aspects of pension plans and their implications. The Q&A session aims to educate readers on pension-related matters.
- My state pension will be higher than my wife's despite both having 35 years of contributions - why? STEVE WEBB replies
A person's state pension will be higher than their wife's despite both having 35 years of contributions, Steve Webb provides an explanation. The difference in pension amount is due to various factors. The exact reason for the disparity is not specified in the article.
- Why are my pension contributions ignored when Universal Credit is calculated? STEVE WEBB wins £9,000 for reader over DWP blunder
A reader won £9,000 due to a Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) blunder regarding Universal Credit calculations and pension contributions. The issue was resolved with the help of Steve Webb. The DWP's mistake led to the reader receiving the owed amount.
- My forecasts all said I would get a FULL state pension, so why must I pay extra? STEVE WEBB replies
An individual questions why they must pay extra for a full state pension despite forecasts indicating they would receive it. Steve Webb responds to the query, addressing the discrepancy between expectations and current requirements.
- Why am I suddenly being hit with £600 extra in tax a month on my pensions? STEVE WEBB replies
A reader is questioning a sudden £600 monthly tax increase on their pensions, with Steve Webb providing an explanation. The issue highlights unexpected financial changes affecting retirees.
- How do I find out if my state pension is right? 17 years of HRP are missing from my record: STEVE WEBB replies
The article discusses an individual's concern about 17 years of Higher Rate Pension (HRP) missing from their record, seeking clarification on their state pension entitlement. Steve Webb, likely a pension expert or official, provides a response to this inquiry.