Pensions contribution schemes FAQ
Frequently answered questions on defined contribution pension schemes and what to consider when offered a pension scheme other than the TPS or LGPS.
Defined contribution pension schemes FAQs
Why defined benefit schemes are worth fighting for
Schools proposing to leave TPS
FAQs for members in Independent schools proposing to leave the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
TPS practical campaigning tips
Shaun Murtagh-Howard, NEU National Council Independent Sector, provides some practical and successful campaigning ideas and tips
Transitional Protection Arrangements
Consultation on transitional protection arrangements in Northern Ireland Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
Independent sector pay & conditions survey 2020
NEU survey of independent school staff finds support for measures to minimise Covid risk but more needs to be done.
NEU NI respond to pension consultation
NEU NI have responded to the consultation on options to address discrimination identified by the courts in the transitional protection arrangements, which were part of the 2015 reform of public service pension schemes, including the NI teachers pension scheme.
Protecting independent school teachers' pensions
We will support members opposing any proposal to remove teachers’ membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS).
Pensions termly updates
Read and download our termly updates which contain all the latest information on pensions.
Pension increase
The Government has published the proposed increases in teachers’ pensions with effect from 6 April 2020.
Advice
Teachers Pensions Update
Latest update from the Department of Education (DENI) on annual benefit statements.
Teachers’ Pension Ill Health Retirement Guide
Useful information when you’re considering applying for Ill-health retirement with the NI Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
Pension scheme auto-enrolment
Advice and frequently asked questions on pension scheme auto-enrolment for April 2021.
TPS age discrimination FAQs - February 2021
The Government has announced its decision on how to deal with age discrimination issues in Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS). The issue and its solution affect pension arrangements for the vast majority of serving teachers.
Non pensionable allowances
Pensions advice note on non-pensionable allowances in the Teachers’ Pensions Scheme.
Pensions tax relief
Information for members on pensions tax relief - annual allowances and lifetime allowance
Retirement age
Guide for teachers and other school staff who wish to continue working beyond age 65.
Judges’ and firefighters’ age discrimination pension case
The government has published its response to the July 2020 public consultation - Public service pension schemes: changes to the transition arrangements to the 2015 schemes consultation. The NEU is pleased that the government has adopted our position and favours ‘Deferred Choice’.
Career average pension
The Teachers’ Pension Scheme will provide much of your retirement income so it is vital that you understand it. This guidance covers the career average section of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) in which most members are accruing pension.
Agency supply teachers: workplace pensions
Advice on your eligibility for and access to workplace pension schemes as an agency supply teacher.
The 2014 local government pension scheme
An overview of the Local Government Pension Scheme, introduced in 2014
State pension
Information about the single-tier state pension and changes to the state retirement age.
Different pension schemes available
In whatever capacity you work in education, there is likely to be an occupational scheme available for you to join and you may have automatic membership as soon as you are employed.
Final salary pension
Information about the final salary section of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), including how to find out if you are in this TPS section.
Press release
Union Recognition and Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS)
The Teachers’ Pension Scheme is a fundamental part of a teacher’s remuneration.
NAO on Public Service Pensions
The NEU broadly welcomes the NAO report on public service pensions, which largely endorses the NEU’s arguments down the years.
Consultation on public sector pensions
The NEU deplores the Government’s decision to pass the cost of fixing its own unlawful age discrimination on to public sector workers.
Survivors’ TPS victory
Victory on survivors’ pensions rights in Teachers' Pension Scheme
Teachers at Colfe’s independent school to strike tomorrow
Teachers at Colfe’s School, Greenwich, have voted for strike action on Wednesday 4 March over proposals by their employer to withdraw from the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), the pension provider to the vast majority of teachers in England and Wales.
Policy
Changes to Teachers' pensions 2015
Government changes to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme in 2015 mean that teachers are paying more towards their pensions, working longer and receiving a smaller pension when they retire.