Martin Lewis reveals how to reclaim billions in ‘lost’ bank accounts and pensions

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17 Jun 2026 • 9:21 PM MYT
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Martin Lewis reveals how to reclaim billions in ‘lost’ bank accounts and pensions

Could you be missing out on money unknowingly stored away in “lost” bank accounts and pensions?

Speaking on Good Morning Britain on Wednesday (17 June), Martin Lewis explained billions of unclaimed financial assets are currently being sat on, with the average lost pension pot being worth around £20,000.

“You have to realise what a substantial amount of money this is,” he told viewers.

He said the best way to go about reclaiming the money is first starting by contacting the provider directly. He then went on to list three services that will help you in locating the “lost” money that belongs to you.

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