How to start a pension if you’re self-employed in the UK

Sorting out your own pension provision can be daunting, particularly when you are running your own business. Illustration: Jamie Wignall/The Guardian

Make a start

If you are self-employed, it’s up to you to save for retirement, as you won’t be enrolled into a company pension. But sorting out your own pension provision can be daunting, particularly when you are managing a fluctuating income and running your own business.