To find out about UK state pensions
http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/Pensionsandretirementplanning/index.htm
To help over any difficulty with the scheme which remains unresolved
http://www.pensionsadvisoryservice.org.uk/
For information on UK shipping employers
www.british-shipping.org
For information on the trades union for ships' officers
www.nautilusint.org
Dedicated to the service of professional seafarers since 1756
www.marine-society.org
The seafarers' charity 1917 to 2002 and beyond helping seafarers in need
www.seafarers-uk.org
The web site for Merchant Navy enthusiasts.
www.red-duster.co.uk
Matters of interest to officers past and present.
www.merchantnavyofficers.com
Providing pensions on retirement and protection on death for Ratings in the UK mercantile marine.
www.mnrpf.co.uk