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What it means to be a member of the PPF

Everything you need to know about being a member of the Pension Protection Fund.

Worried about your pension?

Find out how we protect members of defined benefit pension schemes and where you can get more information if you have any concerns. 

Strategy and priorities

Our strategy 2025-28 sets out our long-term vision for the next three years. 

Purple Book

Every year we publish the Purple Book, also known as the pensions universe risk profile. This is the most comprehensive data and analysis of the UK defined benefit pension landscape.

How we set the levy rules

The framework for the levy rules is set out in legislation (Pensions Act 2004). We review and consult on how we apply these rules each year. 

Insolvency risk scores

Use our portal to check the insolvency risk scores used to calculate your levy invoice.

How we calculate the levy

The levy is made up of the scheme-based levy and the risk-based levy. Here we explain how we calculate each component.

What are contingent assets?

Contingent assets are arrangements that can be put in place to support the level of scheme funding, particularly in the event of employer insolvency.

Get levy help and support

Find out where to go for help with your levy queries.

Understanding your invoice

Find out how we get information about your scheme and download our levy guide to help you understand your invoice.