Joining
Joining the NESPF
It is never too early to start planning for your retirement. People are living longer and spending more time in retirement. With the full State Pension only providing a basic level of income (around £200 a week) people need to save more and plan ahead for the lifestyle they want.
With the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) you have a head start.
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Who Can Join?
There are certain criteria which you must meet to be eligible to join the pension scheme.
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How Much Does it Cost?
How much you pay into the pension scheme is based on how much you earn.
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How do I Join?
Joining the pension scheme is easy, most of the time it is automatic but if not it's straightforward to join yourself.
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Latest Updates
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The NESPF phone lines will close at 12pm on Wednesday 24th December 2025 and reopen at 10am on Monday 5th January 2026 for the Christmas break.
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Most of us have one common goal when saving into our pension – to ensure our retirement is comfortable and worry-free when it comes to money.
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The NESPF is delighted to announce it has won three awards at the LGC Investment Awards.
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Talk Money Week returns from 3rd – 7th November 2025, encouraging us to break down barriers and start open conversations about money.
