UNISON works to defend good pension schemes and improve and promote affordable, decent pensions for all our members, wherever you work.
Email the Pensions team at: P165876@unison.co.uk
Local Government Pension Scheme
The Local Government Pension Scheme is collectively the largest public sector pension scheme in the UK with 4.6 million members and is available to any employee under the age of 75 working for an employer participating under the scheme.
NHS Pension Scheme
The NHS Pension Scheme is a voluntary pension scheme available to all NHS employees. Benefits are paid in addition to the basic state pension. From 1 April 2015 a new NHS Pension Scheme will come into operation.
Occupational pensions and auto-enrolment
There are a wide range of pensions available so its important you understand your options in order to get the best deal for your retirement. If you feel you are not getting the right advice from your employer, speak to your local UNISON rep.
Pensions governance
Pensions governance refers to the way pensions are invested and managed and includes such issues as how funds are invested, the composition of investments, decision making processes, socially responsible investment and ensuring sufficient assets exist to meet pension liabilities as they fall due.
Retirement and the state pension
The state pension is changing from 6 April 2016 which if you’re under State Pension Age, should lead to you building up a bigger state pension. This comes at a cost though. Read on for more information on state pensions.
Women and pensions
Advice for women on what they can do to get a decent income on retirement as well other pensions issues that relate particularly to women.
