REPRESENTATION
LEGAL SERVICES NEGOTIATION INFLUENCING
REPRESENTATION PENSIONS
The Pensions Team provides support to the National and Deputy National Secretary on matters relating to police pensions and queries on the Police Pension Regulations. It also provides support to forces, Federation representatives and Branch Boards.
We know that pensions are a significant concern for members, which is why the Pensions Team have been increasing the amount of information available to members. We are seeking to simplify and inform on the complicated topic of pensions. To support our members, the team:
•Keep an up-to-date website with the most recent information on variety of pensions topics. The information is also broken down by topic, so members can easily access the information they require. The link to the website is here: Pensions Update (
polfed.org)
•Have recently launched a regular newsletter that summarises the remedy changes that have recently occurred and provides information on the pension schemes.
•We also have a pensions enquiry mailbox to support in giving advice and answers to branch boards and members.
•Provide presentations to members, Branch Boards, Secretaries, Chairs, and the National Board. There are plans to develop this further.
LOOK AT THE LOCAL WORK
•Provide assistance with the ill health retirement (IHR) and Injury on Duty applications (IOD) training for Federation representatives.
•Create where requested by Branches, tailored training to provide a greater emphasis on topics pertinent to Branches at the time, ensuring representatives are equipped to support members.
•Support Branch boards with IHR enquiries and can provide a quick and effective response in matters so that issues can be dealt with without resorting to costly legal processes.
•Represent members at Police Medical Appeal Boards and can advise on or conduct DWP appeals.
•Attend meetings with the NPCC and other stakeholders, including forces and other staff associations. The team provides the member representative for the Dashboard Working Group.
•Obtain legal advice in the most cost-effective matter when required. Dealing with Crown Court appeals from pension related issues.
•With the combined expertise of our solicitor and pensions subject matter expert, the Pensions Team have a significant level of experience and expertise and are often sought to assist force pension schemes and offer advice and guidance on matters, which ultimately supports our members.
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