what is defined contribution pension
With a defined contribution pension you build up a pot of money that you can then use to provide an income in retirement. Take a quarter of your pension pot (or of the amount you allocate for drawdown) as a tax-free lump sum, then use the rest to provide a regular taxable income. 2  Take a quarter of your pot as a tax-free lump sum and then convert some or all of the rest into a taxable retirement income (known as an annuity).