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UK trainee GP pauses NHS pension, projects £5,000 loss

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  • Hassan Nassar, a 26-year-old UK trainee GP, halted his NHS workplace pension contributions.
  • He paused contributions for six to twelve months after saving £430 monthly until early September.
  • The pause supports a sick family member and covers rent and a first home and student-loan repayments.
  • Nassar estimates the break could reduce his future retirement income by £5,000-£10,000.