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Pensions

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) and Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS)

We have gathered together in one easy to use location, information on the LGPS and TPS pension schemes.  Included are all the  forms for the LGPS and links to the TPS Forms, Frequently Asked Questions, the TPS Website and their Helpline numbers.

Increase in Employee Teacher Contributions New

We have been advised by the Teachers Pension Agency that employee contributions for teachers will increase from the 1 April 2012.  The guide below should be given to all teachers regardless of whether they are contributors to the scheme as soon as possible.

• Adobe pdf, 1 page, 28/02/2012, contributions_member_flyer.pdf

If you use Serco Payroll then no additional action is necessary.  If you use another Payroll Provider please ensure they are notified of the increase in employee contributions.

Queries to Roy Hardcastle, Schools’ HR Advisory Team – Tel no: 01438 844873

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

On 1st April 2011 the LGPS administrator changes.  The London Pensions Fund Authority (LPFA) is working in partnership with Hertfordshire County Council to provide a revamped and changed service.  There will be a dedicated pension website, online access to your individual pension information, enhanced communication and online publications and a service delivered by LGPS experts who professionally manage the scheme and your pension benefits.

Employees starting work with HCC or an HCC School or transferring to a new post within HCC or an HCC School, are automatically opted into the LGPS (unless already in the Scheme from their previous job).  Employees are still required to complete a LGPS form. (see link below), to confirm that they would like to join the LGPS.

Download Form:

• Word 2003, 78kb/1 page, 04/05/2011, lgps1_pension_form_v4.doc

This form should be returned to:

Hertfordshire Pensions Team
Hertfordshire County Council
Post Point CHO 033
County Hall
Pegs Lane, Hertford
SG13 8DQ

Tel: 01992 555 466
Email: hertscc@lpfa.org.uk

• www.yourpension.org.uk/agencies/HCC

Employees can choose to opt out of the LGPS, and this can be done by completing the same LGPS form.  Contributions can be refunded in full if the employee opts out within 3 months of becoming a Member.

Within 12 months of becoming a Member of the Scheme, or when changing jobs, employees may also transfer other external Occupational or Private Pensions into the LGPS Scheme.  There is a section on the LGPS form where you can indicate you wish to do this.  On completing this section the LPFA department will take this up for you and contact you directly.

Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS):

The Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) is a statutory scheme for Teachers and is managed by Capita Hartshead in Darlington.

We have provided useful links below to the Teachers Pension Website where you can print off Forms, have Frequently Asked Questions answered and also find details of the Teachers Pensions Helpline number, which you may call if you have further queries:

Teachers Pensions Forms:

• Teachers Pensions: Forms and Leaflets

Teachers Pensions Frequently Asked Questions:

• Teachers Pensions: FAQs

Contacts for Teachers Pensions:

• Teachers Pensions: Contact Us

Helpline Number:

Tel: 0845 6066166, this is a BT local call rate number or
Tel: 01325 745000, this is a standard national rate number

Minicom: 0845 6099899 or Fax: 01325 745789

Alternatively you can write to Teachers Pensions at:
Teachers' Pensions
Capita Hartshead
Mowden Hall
Darlington
DL3 9EE