If my husband dies, do I get his private pension?
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If your husband dies, you may receive benefits from his private pension, but this depends on the type of pension and the scheme rules. Defined contribution pensions can usually be passed to a nominated beneficiary, while defined benefit pensions often pay a survivor’s pension to a spouse or civil partner.
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Can multiple beneficiaries receive the same pension?
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How quickly are pension death benefits usually paid?
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Are pension death benefits affected by inheritance tax rules?
