A to Z

This A to Z list will point you in the right direction to finding more information about the entitlements or services you might receive once you are a pensioner. You can also look up pension options open to you if you are planning or reviewing your retirement income. Click on the relevant letter below.

For more options visit the A to Z of the Department for Work and Pensions website

Financial Services Authority (FSA): Offers general information about financial services and products. You can phone 0845 606 1234. Lines are open Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm. Calls are charged at local rates
Find out more information on the Financial Services Authority website

Financial healthcheck: An online financial healthcheck is a quick and easy tool to help you start planning your finances. It takes a few minutes to complete and is completely confidential.
Do your own financial healthcheck on the Financial Services Authority website

Fire safety: The fire brigade headquarters for your county or metropolitan area can give you personal advice on preventing fires in your home. If you like, they can come and visit you in your home and help you fit smoke alarms. You will find the address and number in the phone book.
Visit the Department for Communities and Local Government website for information and advice on fire safety

Forecast: See State Pension forecast or combined pension forecast

Forms: To claim for entitlements, you can read or print a range of claim forms in Adobe Reader / Portable Document File (PDF) format.

Funeral Payments: Depending on your circumstances, you may be entitled to a one-off payment to assist you with the cost of a loved one's funeral.
Find out about Funeral Payments on the Jobcentre Plus website

Future plans for The Pension Service: Read our business plan