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How to check if a communication from us is genuine

Throughout the calendar year, we frequently touch base with our members. If you’re ever unsure whether a communication, such as an email or letter, is genuinely from us, or whether it’s a potential scam, please call us on 0330 123 2222.

Guaranteed minimum pension (GMP)

Information and guidance on Guaranteed Minimum Pension and equalisation.

Senior managers and certification regime

Our Senior Managers and Certification Regime (SMCR) outlines the responsibilities of our senior employees, along with how our organisation is arranged and governed.

Commutation factors for previous periods

The circumstances in which commutation is possible are set out in Regulation 19 of the Pension Protection Fund (Compensation) Regulations 2005 and Regulation 21 sets out how this option may be exercised.

Compensation cap factors valid for previous periods

Paragraphs 26 and 27 of Schedule 7 of the Pensions Act 2004 set out the circumstances in which the compensation cap applies and how and when it should be increased. In July 2021 the Court of Appeal ruled the PPF compensation cap was unlawful on the grounds of age discrimination, so we’re no longer applying it and we’re removing it from affected PPF pensioners.  The information below is provided for advisers who still need to refer to previous calculation tables and factors.

Early retirement factors for previous periods

In all cases, the early retirement factor is applied to the compensation before the compensation cap is applied. Simply follow the links to the tables of early retirement factors detailed below:

Late retirement factors for previous periods

If you need to access late retirement factors that were used in the past, simply follow the links to the appropriate tables, detailed below.

Step down factors for previous periods

If you need to access step down factors that were used in the past, simply follow the links to the appropriate tables, detailed below. Effective dates on or after 1 October 2020 and prior to 1 October 2021 For all determinations in respect of a step down pension with an effective date between 1 October 2020 and 30 September 2021, please use the following:

Pension professionals

Actuaries, lawyers and other scheme advisers can get in-depth technical guidance, updates and news here.

Diversity, equity and inclusion

We aim to embed diversity, equity and inclusion across all levels of our organisation.