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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One of the main advantages of paying into the NESPF is your guaranteed annual pension, which is paid for life.
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My Pension+, our secure member portal, offers unique benefits including video pension statements delivered by artificial intelligence.
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Active members (those paying into the scheme) and deferred members (those with pension on hold until retirement) can now view their annual pension video 2023/24 online at My Pension+.
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Whether you’re joining the scheme or leaving the scheme, you may be able to transfer your pension.
