If you’ve recently joined the LGPS, you can find out about:
• immediate actions you need to take
• the benefits of the LGPS
• some options you may be interested in.
Find out how you can see what pension you have and where to get help with any pension statement queries.
Work out how much money you need and check how much pension you could get. You can also find out where to get some advice.
Find out about the tax efficient ways to increase your pension.
If you’re struggling with your money, you can pay in less and build up your pension more slowly.
If you’re away from work and your pay is reduced, your pension may be affected.
It’s important to keep your contact details up to date so we can let you know about any changes to your pension.
If the LGPS is not for you, you can opt out. You could also be leaving the scheme because:
• your contract has ended
• you’ve been made redundant
• you’ve resigned
• you’ve been dismissed.
Councillors in England can no longer join the LGPS. If you've a deferred pension as a councillor with the LGPS, you can find out when you can take it here.
