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Member Voice in Pensions Governance
The TUC have recently issued a report emphasising the importance of member representation on Pension Committees
It looks at how members have a voice in decisions that affect their pension outcomes, the benefits this brings, and how that voice is changing as schemes become larger and more centralised.
Key findings
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Capita Saga Goes On
The GMB is continuing to press the government on Capita’s ongoing poor administration of the Civil Service Pension Scheme which has meant that many retired civil servants have been waiting months for their Pension to be paid.
Outsourcing giant Capita took over running the civil service pension scheme in December 2025…
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Since 2010 Local Government workers have seen their pay cut by 26% on average in real terms; meanwhile they continue to deliver essential services in their communities with fewer resources and with ever-growing demand. Security in retirement is the bare minimum they deserve after a lifetime of service to their communities and the LGPS provides…
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Dear colleagues,
Consultation is now underway on the School Support Staff Negotiating Body. GMB has campaigned for the re-establishment of the SSSNB and it provides a good opportunity to improve the terms & conditions, career pathways and training of our members.
Please would you share the information below to encourage maximum participation in the consultation…
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(It’s quite a long one this month – there’s a lot going on)
Pensions Schemes Bill
The Government has introduced the long-anticipated Pension Schemes Bill to parliament, initiating major reforms across defined contribution (DC), defined benefit (DB), and Local Government Pension Schemes (LGPS). Expected to receive Royal Assent in 2026, with secondary legislation…
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Redbridge GMB Union is proud to announce its continued commitment to supporting local communities with a £1,000 donation to Redbridge Food Bank. This contribution will help provide emergency food and essential support to individuals and families in crisis.
Madeline Daley, Branch Secretary, and Nazneen Javed, Branch Convenor, visited Redbridge Food Bank to present the…
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The National Employers (NJC) have made a full and final pay offer for 2025/26.
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GMB response to the Open Consultation: Local Government Pension Scheme – (England and Wales): Fit for the Future.
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Happy New Year
First things First; A very happy and prosperous 2025 to you all.
Just the one item to remind you of in this Bulletin as the pensions industry (including me) was resting over Xmas. However, those of you who follow my bulletins will know that there is a lot more Pensions business to…
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Dear Members,
We are thrilled to announce that the National Pay Award for Local Government for 2024/25 has now been settled!
The ballots for Unison and Unite have concluded, and we’re pleased to share that all three recognized NJC unions have accepted the offer. The Local Government Association has been notified, and official communication will…