Already a member
If you are already paying into the Scheme you are classed as an active member.
If you are not sure if you are contributing or not look at your payslip to see if pension contributions have been deducted or contact your employer.
Please see the sections below for further information on specific topics. We have also included useful websites, related documents and links to other relevant parts of the website for your convenience.
Annual Update for Active Members August 2020
Notes for your Annual Benefit Statement
What contributions will I pay?
Member contribution rates
Flexibility to pay less - the 50/50 option
From April 2014 there is an option in the scheme called '50/50'. You can elect for this option at any time, pay half your normal contributions and build up half your normal pension.
Tax and Your Pension
Annual Allowance
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Lifetime Allowance
Transferring Previous Pension Rights
Procedure and time limits to transfer previous pension rights into the Scheme
Increasing your benefits
Options if you are considering increasing your pension benefits
Planning to retire early from the LGPS 2014 Scheme?
Members must apply to the Pensions Office for payment of their benefits
Preparing for Retirement
What to expect as you prepare to retire
Flexible Retirement
Can I have a gradual move into retirement?
Late retirement - working beyond Normal Pension Age
If you decide to carry on working after Normal Pension Age you will continue to pay into the Scheme and build up further benefits.
My pension when I die?
Benefits that may be payable following your death
Coronavirus FAQs for LGPS Members
FAQs for LGPS Members in light of Coronavirus (COVID-19)
