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Employer contribution rates 2026-2027

Your employer contribution rates for 2026-2027 are now available.

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Councillors and elected mayors are now eligible to join the LGPS

13 May 2026

From 11th May 2026 all elected councillors and mayors in England are eligible to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). We have created a detailed update, providing more information on the new scheme and what employing authorities need to do.

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LGPS regulation changes 2026: impact on Fund Employers

7 May 2026

The Government have now regulated changes that will allow members to continue to build-up pension during periods of authorised unpaid and child-related leave. Following the regulation changes, employers must make amendments to processes and systems. These changes will apply from 1 April 2026.

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Fund launches new Pensions Administration Strategy

1 April 2026

The Fund’s new Pensions Administration Strategy (PAS) has launched 1 April 2026. The PAS was finalised at the March committee following consultation feedback from our Fund employers.

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