An active member is someone who is working and paying into the Local Government Pension Scheme.

• Your Annual Benefit Statement.

Each year we send scheme members an annual benefit statement (8KB - pdf help). This shows the job you are in and length of time as a scheme member, the value of the benefits to date and the estimated value of benefits when you reach 65.

• Death Grant

If you die while still working and paying into the LGPS, a death grant is paid that is 3 times your actual salary at the time of your death. You may choose to leave this sum to one or a number of people or organisations. Download and complete the Expression of Wish form.

A death grant may be paid up to the age of 75. If it is, the amount paid will depend on each member’s individual circumstances.

 Costs - what it cost to be a member of the LGPS

If you wish to leave the Local Government Pension Scheme, you can do so at any time by completing and sending us the opt-out form.  Opt out form

 Information about the scheme and its benefits can be found in the Employee’s guide.

 Additional benefits - Depending on your circumstances, you may wish to make additional payments to purchase additional benefits.

 Part time workers  - How the LGPS caters for part-time workers.

 Divorce and pensions  - Information on how your pension right can be affected by divorce.

 When you can retire - The LGPS pension is normally paid at 65. However there are other times when you may be able to take your pension.

About to retire - Please see our section on about to retire within the retirement section.