CITIZENS Advice is delivering Pension Wise appointments giving people access to free and impartial pension guidance in their local area.

Following pension reforms on April 6, people approaching retirement have greater freedom over how they can use their pension pots.

Pension Wise is a new Government service designed to help people make sense of their pension options, and empower them to make the right choices for them.

Citizens Advice will be delivering free face to face Pension Wise sessions which are available to book now.

The 45 minute appointments will be tailored to the individual, taking into account the value of their pension and their plans for retirement.

A Pension Wise appointment may help you if:

? You are approaching retirement or are 50 or over

? Have a defined contribution pension

To book a face to face appointment telephone 0300 330 1001.

Guidance appointments are also available on the telephone, delivered by the Pensions Advisory Service.

People can also get information and general guidance online at pensionwise.gov.uk.