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Pensions Contributions

Maximum annual tax-efficent gross contribusions to age 75

- individuals £3,600 or 100% of earnings to £255,000

- employers £255,000 less employee contributions

Maximum tax efficient fund on taking benefits in 2010/11: £1.8m (staying the same until 2015/16).

Only current earnings count for the 100% limit. Most personal pension contributions are paid net of basic rate tax. Extra contributions over £20,000 by those with income over £130,000 may suffer a clawback of relief.