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Government proposals to force the 89 local government pension funds to invest in infrastructure projects have prompted over 100,000 people to sign a petition calling for a debate in Parliament, says UNISON today (Friday). The proposals are part of the government’s attempt to create six new multi-billion pound British wealth funds. UNISON is concerned that […]
UNISON is today (Tuesday) warning George Osborne that scrapping tax rebates on pensions will leave more than five million public sector workers worse off. The rise in National Insurance (NI) payments will hit pay packets in April 2016. This is when the current 1.4 per cent rebate for employees and 3.4 per cent for employers […]
Q&A on the establishment of LGPS boards
A4 poster for branches flagging up pensions auto enrolment and how to find out more information.
A briefing for members highlighting the main points of the Local Government Pension Scheme (England and Wales), which started on 1st April 2014.
A template response for members to use and adapt in responding to the 2019 government consultation: ‘Local government pension scheme: changes to the local valuation cycle and management of employer risk’
This 12-page newsletter explains the complex world of money and investment relating to the Local Government Pensions Scheme funds. It is detailed and aimed at those who are interested in the complex world of pension funds rather than all members. Max order 30 – or email stockorders@unison.co.uk
Guidance on the establishment of LGPS boards
Update on the new local government pension scheme (England and Wales)
UNISON responds to government consultation on tax relief for pensions
A template response for branches to use and adapt in responding to the 2019 government consultation: ‘Local government pension scheme: changes to the local valuation cycle and management of employer risk’
The union’s Capital Stewardship Programme is holding a seminar for all LGPS Board members, regions and branches on the governance and economics of the LGPS The union’s Capital Stewardship Programme is holding a seminar for all LGPS Board members, regions and branches on the governance and economics of the LGPS. There are major reforms being […]
UNISON’s formal response to the government consultation on proposals that would allow higher and further education employers in England to opt out of providing LGPS membership for new staff members
The questions keep coming after the collapse of Carillion. Now, what is happening to employees’ pensions?
MPs will debate the future of the local government pension scheme (LGPS) in Westminster Hall today (Monday) in response to concerns that the government plans to interfere in investment decisions. More than 100,000 people have signed a petition, backed by UNISON, saying it should be up to the funds to decide where they invest in […]
