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This news article was published on 22 Feb 2024

Active pension accounts, deferred pensions and pensions in payment are adjusted each April in line with the cost of living. The increase is based on the September to September change in the Consumer Prices Index (CPI). The CPI increase for the year up to September 2023 was 6.7%. This means...


This news article was published on 06 Sep 2023

Your pension fund must provide you with an annual statement by 31 August every year if you are an active or deferred member. Your pension fund will most likely provide your statement by making it available on their online pension portal. If you have not been notified that your statement...


This news article was published on 06 Sep 2023

Pensions awareness week is taking place between 11 and 15 September. It’s a great reminder to think about how much income you’ll need in retirement, as well as how your LGPS pension works. Check out our short videos to learn about what a pension is, how your pension works, how...


This news article was published on 17 Aug 2023

If you are thinking about going on strike, it is important to consider how it will affect your pension. Your LGPS pension is based on your pay, and your pay will reduce if you are on strike. You can pay extra contributions to buy back the pension you ‘lose’. Read...


This news article was published on 07 Jul 2023

If you choose to take your pension benefits before your Normal Pension Age, they will normally be reduced. The reduction is based on the period between the date your benefits are paid and your Normal Pension Age. The earlier you take your pension, the bigger the reduction. The Scottish Government recently...