How to escape the £100k tax trap with pension contributions (2026/27 guide)
Between £100,000 and £125,140 the effective tax rate on your income is 60% — and crossing £100,000 can also cost you tax-free childcare and 30 free hours overnight. The fix is often simpler than people think: a well-timed pension contribution. Here's exactly how it works in 2026/27, with worked examples.