Have you paid enough National Insurance contributions for tax years 1996/97 – 2001/02 to qualify for a full basic State Pension?
If you have gaps or if you have not been credited with enough contributions within a given tax year, then it will not be considered a qualifying year for State Pension.
You should get a deficiency notice from HMRC if this is the case but it is worth checking or asking your Accountant to check on your behalf.
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