GMP equalisation
Looks at why and how pension schemes are required to equalise Guaranteed Minimum Pensions (GMPs)

This note looks at the introduction of pension sharing on divorce provisions and points to some sources of information and guidance
Pension sharing on divorce (621 KB , PDF)
Pensions can be divided on divorce or dissolution in different ways. This can apply to personal pensions, workplace pensions and the earnings-related additional State Pension (or the ‘protected element’ for people entitled to the new State Pension). What exactly can be divided depends on where in the UK you’re divorcing or dissolving your civil partnership. The different options include:
Guidance from the Money Advice Service says that the rules of the pension scheme will help inform which of these options will work best in an individual case. It recommends that individuals get professional advice from a solicitor or a financial adviser before acting.
The Pensions Advisory Service (TPAS) offers a Pensions and Divorce Guidance session for anyone who’s about to start divorce proceedings. It explains the options and the process to you. If you’d like a Pensions and Divorce Guidance session, email their booking service on virtual.appointments@maps.org.uk. There is also guidance on divorce, dissolution and separation on its website.
See also, Your options for legal or financial advice on divorce or dissolution (Money Advice Service) and Legal advice: where to go and how to pay, Commons Library Briefing Paper CBP 3207 (August 2019).
Pension sharing on divorce (621 KB , PDF)
Looks at why and how pension schemes are required to equalise Guaranteed Minimum Pensions (GMPs)
This briefing explains why some university staff have been taking industrial action over pensions, pay, and working conditions in recent years, and what students can do if their studies are disrupted.
There will be a Westminster Hall debate on the treatment of LGBT+ people and their spouses in social care settings on Tuesday 12 September at 4:30pm. This is an one hour debate which has been sponsored by Helen Hayes MP.