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Department of Health and Social Care launches consultation on proposed Scheme regulation changes for second stage of McCloud Remedy
The Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC) has announced a consultation on proposed changes to the NHS Pension Scheme regulations, which are required to implement the second part of the McCloud remedy.
In 2015 the government made changes to…
February 2021 update on government changes to public service pension schemes
The Court of Appeal ruling on 'protection', known as the McCloud Judgment
In 2015 the government made changes to reform the majority of public service pension schemes. These reforms did not apply to members within 10 years of their normal pension…
Family benefits and life assurance
We have information to help you understand what you need to do when a member dies.
When a member dies
Death in membership
Read our factsheet to find out what to do if a member dies while working for the NHS:
Death in membership - useful…
Department of Health and Social Care launches consultation on introduction of retirement flexibilities
The Department of Health and Social Care has announced a consultation on proposals to amend the NHS Pension Scheme rules to help retain more experienced NHS clinicians and remove barriers to staff returning to work following retirement.
What is…
Bereavements
You can apply for an adult dependant’s pension if you’re the spouse, civil partner or long term partner of a Scheme member who has died.
Read the survivor's guide (PDF: 377KB) before applying for a dependant's pension.
Watch our video for more…
Applying for ill health pension benefits
If you become too ill to work, you may be able to retire and take your pension benefits. We understand that if you're looking to retire on ill health grounds, how difficult this time can be for you. So we have tried to make it as easy as possible…
Getting an estimate of your pension
We provide active and deferred members with an Annual Benefit Statement (ABS). They’re also known as Total Reward Statements (TRS) and can be accessed via Electronic Staff Record (ESR).
You can watch our video for information about how to request…
Pension Awareness 2023: Building a solid future
Pension Awareness Week is all about helping to raise awareness of the importance of pensions. Throughout the week we’ll be sharing information on the NHS Pension Scheme, what it is and why it’s so valuable.
If you’re actively contributing to the…
Joiners
Use the Scheme Identifier to help you identify which Section or Scheme an employee should be in.
What you need to do
Read the employer guide to joiners and eligibility (PDF: 537KB)
Read the new joiner factsheet (PDF: 347KB) for instructions on…