The £70 refund letter that isn't a scam
The UK's HMRC is issuing letters to approximately one million low-earning individuals regarding top-up pension payments. These payments address discrepancies caused by specific pension administration schemes and do not require an application.
Why it matters
It ensures financial fairness for low-income workers while warning the public about potential scams related to these official communications.
Image source, Getty Images By Kevin Peachey Cost of living correspondent Published 1 hour ago You may be among the one million people, mostly women, who will receive letters explaining how you are eligible for top-up pension payments - and it's not a scam.
Those entitled are low earners who have missed out on the money because of the way their pension is administered.
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) will write to people over the next few months, explaining how to receive the payment. Typically they will be due £70, but that may vary considerably depending on their circumstances.
Anyone eligible will be contacted automatically but, if you receive a letter, there are various checks you can do to ensure the letter is genuine so you don't get hoodwinked.
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