Pension Ombudsman Decision
A recent Ombudsman decision in the case of Sharp has further reinforced the fact that those aged 65 years or over cannot be ‘automatically’ reduced to the lowest Band on the assumption that they no longer have an earning capacity, as suggested in HOC 46/2004. The Ombudsman also determined that Mr Sharp’s request for a […]
Injury Award already reviewed and reduced?
If your injury award has already been reviewed and subsequently reduced and you believe it has been done outside the regulations and relevant case law then you can request a further review. Use the links for our recommendations on the next course of action to take next including a draft letter which you can complete and […]
Survivor Pensions
Everything you need to know about widows/widowers, civil partners and children’s pensions is in our Survivor Pensions section.
Commissioner of Metropolitan v PMAB and Walther
Read the full judgement here: Judgement in the case of Commissioner of Police of the Metropolis v The PMAB and Walther Apr 2013
State Pension Deferral
The option to put off claiming the State Pension in return for a higher amount has been part of the system since 1948. Initially, increments were based on the number of flat-rate contributions paid during the period of deferment. However, since April 1975, they have been calculated as a percentage of the basic State Pension […]
Age UK- tackling loneliness
More than a million older people say they go for over a month without speaking to a friend, neighbour or family member. Contrary to what many people think, loneliness is not a normal part of ageing. It not only makes life miserable, but also it can have a serious impact on your physical and mental […]
International Pension Centre
Get advice or information about pensions and benefits if you live abroad or have lived abroad. You can contact the International Pension Centre (IPC) using the online enquiry form.
‘Triple Lock’ – briefing January 2017
Use this link to view the briefing document on the Triple Lock for Pensions: Triple Lock Fact Sheet produced by NPC Jan 2017
Independent Review of the State Pension Age
You will find the link to the Independent Review of the State Pension Age Report below: Interim report of an independent review of State Pension Age Oct 2016
The 2016 State Pension: contracted out?
Gov.uk have produced a new factsheet about those in Contracted Out schemes and the 2016 State Pension. Use the link below to view the factsheet: GOV.uk ‘New State Pension – if you’re contracted-out of additional State Pension fact sheet’ Jul 2015