Planning for retirement newsletter

Planning ahead gives you the opportunity to build the retirement you want and enjoy life after work.

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What is the process if I want to retire?

Our new web page explains how you go about retiring – from making sense of the benefits and planning ahead to letting your employer know and getting your first payment.

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Flexible retirement

You don’t have to leave your job to start taking your pension. As an LGPS member, you may be able to gradually ease into retirement. Click here to learn more.

Rule of 85

If you joined the LGPS before October 2006, you may be able to retire early without the usual reductions to your pension benefits. Click here to learn more.

Flexible retirement

You don’t have to leave your job to start taking your pension. As an LGPS member, you may be able to gradually ease into retirement.

Rule of 85

If you joined the LGPS before October 2006, you may be able to retire early without the usual reductions to your pension benefits.

How to avoid delays to your pension

5 top tips from our retirement experts to help you avoid common mistakes and get your pension sooner when you’re retiring.

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FAQs and support

Need more help planning for retirement? Visit our HelpHub for FAQs and advice. You might also find the links below useful.

Can I retire abroad? Will my pension be enough to retire? Link opens in a new window Can I retire if I become too ill to work? Where can I view my latest pension information? Am I affected by age discrimination remedy (McCloud)?

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