Pensions

Local Government Pension Scheme

Local services
The new and improved pension scheme in England and Wales came into force on 1 April.
It is a good deal for members and a major achievement for our union.
However, the campaign is not over yet - we are pushing for members to be better represented on the schemes.

Pensions news

State Pension Concession for Women
(07/05/08)  If you are a woman who has either retired or are approaching retirement and have gaps in your National Insurance record for years between April 1996 and April 2002, you are likely to be entitled to "buy back" these missing years at a special rate.
Salary Sacrifice Schemes
(21/04/08) The increasing growth of salary sacrifice schemes
Key issues in the local government pension scheme
(31/03/08) UNISON is urging activists to take a closer look at the new scheme
Pension increase for 2008
(28/03/08) Public service pensions will rise 3.9% from 7 April
Added Years
(17/03/08) Last chance to start buying added years in the LGPS (England and Wales)
State pension
(07/03/08) Ten things you may not know about the basic state pension
TUPE transfer pension rights
(21/02/08) Ever wondered what your pension rights are on being TUPE transferred?
Employer requirements to consult on pension changes
(21/02/08) If you are in a pension scheme and the sponsoring employer wishes to make a detrimental change, they may be required to consult you first
Have your say on pensions governance
(24/10/07) Consultation now open on LGPS governance and trade union representation (England and Wales)
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Contact details
• For technical advice.
• Email: Pensions
• Write to: Pensions unit, UNISON, 1 Mabledon Place, London WC1H 9AJ
The LGPS and you
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Recent documents

LGPS Newsletter: 74

Government consults over cost-sharing. Find out how you can get involved. Plus all the latest on the local government pension scheme.
Link to a PDF document on this siteLGPS Newsletter: 74

LGPS campaign news 73

All the latest on the local government pension scheme, including the government's response to consultation on extending the rule of 85
Link to a PDF document on this siteLGPS campaign news 73

Third tier ill health consultation letter

Draft proposals to amend Regulation 20 of the Local Government Pension Scheme (Benefits, Membership and Contributions) Regulations 2007 (the benefit regulations) to provide a third tier of ill health provision.
Link to a PDF document on this siteThird tier ill health consultation letter
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