Local Government Pensions Scheme
The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is one of the largest pension schemes in the UK with collective funds running into billions. It is a final salary, public and statutory scheme meaning its particulars are determined by an Act of Parliament.It is a nationwide scheme and is a valuable part of a pay and reward package for employees working in local government or working for other employers that retain membership of the LGPS.
We see it as a vital part of UNISON policy to ensure that our local government members are provided with a good quality pension scheme that gives our members the chance to save for a pension that rewards their endeavours.
As soon as we have any accurate details of the financial implications of the final proposed changes to the LGPS, we will provide information so UNISON members can get a clear idea of the changes they can expect.
Latest updates
LGPS newsletter 9
Joint agreement on principles and timetable for discussions on the future of the LGPS in England and Wales
LGPS newsletter 8 - LGPS Negotiations
Since 30 November, the LGA has moved to establish joint principles and a timetable for negotiation in 2012 over the LGPS. The briefing below outlines the current state-of-play with the negotiations. Further announcements will be made as soon as we are able to.
Local government pensions joint union statement
Local government unions have issued a joint statement on discussions on a new set of principles and timetable for detailed negotiations on pensions.
LGPS statistical release - just arrived from CLG!
The Department for Communities and Local Government has released some interesting new figures on the LGPS.
LGPS newsletter 5
This newsletters sets out CLG and LGG proposals on short-term changes to the LGPS. Also asks members to write to MPs, Council Leaders and Councillors about pension proposals.
Joint union LGPS newsletters
Update on LGPS negotiations for England and Wales. The NJC unions - GMB, UNISON and Unite - met with the political leaders of the local government group Friday 2 September.
LGPS newsletter - issue 4
This newsletter outlines the arguments that UNISON and the other unions have made to the employers.
LGPS newsletter - issue 3
Includes: negotiations update and asking members to write urgently to their MP’s and Councillors to try and get Government to extend the deadlines for negotiations in LGPS England and Wales.
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