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We are deeply saddened by the situation in Ukraine and our thoughts are with the Ukrainian people. Our total exposure to Russian Investments is minimal at less than 1%. Even so, in light of the terrible events we have witnessed and the economic sanctions imposed internationally, as a collective we have decided to divest from these holdings as soon as is practically possible. Given the circumstances we do not believe that engagement with these companies presents a viable option. Cllr Clive Lloyd For and behalf of the Wales Pension Partnership and the LGPS in Wales
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Please read the Notes for Guidance 2021 to help you understand your Annual Benefit statement
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Flexible Retirement Introduction If you would like to move gradually into retirement by reducing your hours of work or by moving to a position with fewer responsibilities on a lower grade, there is an option known as Flexible Retirement under the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). What is Flexible Retirement? If you were to reduce your working hours or grade in your present employment, it is possible under current scheme regulations to receive the payment of your pension benefits to date and continue to work in that employment (working fewer hours or drawing on a lower salary / wage). What…
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Since COVID19 pension scams are on the increase, where unscrupulous people use the change of processes in many places of work to find a way to access your pension. Please be extra vigilant and make sure you are fully aware of where you are transferring your pension. We have attached some documents to help you. pension-scams-booklet-members 2 Bulletin 198 May 2020
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Due to the recent COVID-19 outbreak, the Pensions Section have had to adapt their working patterns to ensure continuation of the service to scheme members and participating Fund Employers. As a consequence, there may be a delay in responding to your requests whilst we prioritise our case work. Your understanding during this period is greatly appreciated. The best way to communicate with us at the moment is electronically, our email address is pensions@cardiff.gov.uk we will reply as quickly as we can. Currently, if you need to send us any documents or forms we will accept scanned copies or photographs. Documents…
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Local Government pensions will increase by 1.70% in April 2020 Find out more about your pension increase by reading the Pension Increase Newsletter
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If you would like to find out more about the Public Sector Exit Payments cap please read this summary
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Local Government pensions will increase by 2.40% in April 2019. Find out more about your pension increase by reading the Pension Increase Newsletter