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Does tax-free cash trigger the MPAA?

Does tax-free cash trigger the MPAA?

No. Taking only your tax-free cash (usually up to 25% of your pension) does not normally trigger the MPAA. The allowance is usually triggered when you begin taking taxable income from your pension, such as through drawdown or lump sums.

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