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NHS Pensions has confirmed two separate timelines based on the different circumstances of retired members.
These timelines reflect how pension benefits are currently being treated under the Remedy:
Obtaining a Pension on Divorce Report from a PODE is often a necessary step in financial remedy proceedings, but getting a fee estimate for one has traditionally involved an enquiry, a wait for a response, and sometimes further back-and-forth before a figure is confirmed. For solicitors and mediator...
Recent changes introduced through the new legislation are set to enhance benefits for many members of the Pension Protection Fund (PPF) and the Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS), while also helping to reduce costs for levy payers.
The changes represent a significant step forward, strengthening member...
The Government announced on 19 May 2026 that the discount rate that public sector schemes use to calculate Cash Equivalent Values (CEVs), and by extension pension credit benefits, has increased. This means that the actuarial factors prepared by the Government Actuary Department (GAD) and used by POD...
What Does PAG 2 Say?
If you're new to the term PAG 2, it refers to A Guide to the Treatment of Pensions on Divorce (Second Edition) — an invaluable resource designed to strengthen interprofessional working, establish a shared understanding of the law, and ultimately improve outcomes for individuals ...