Technical consultation on local government pension scheme rules
This consultation seeks views on the draft local government pension scheme amendment regulations and other related questions.
As part of the government’s reforms of public sector pensions provision, the Local Government Pension Scheme 2013 Regulations and the Local Government Pension Scheme (Transitional Provisions, Savings and Amendment) Regulations 2014 came into force on 1 April 2014.
We have been working with scheme administrators to identify areas in the regulations that require clarification. These amending regulations are the product of that work and reflect other policy developments, particularly in relation to the Marriage (Same Sex Couples) Act 2013.
These changes will not affect the operation of the scheme or the benefits payable.
Before making regulations, the Secretary of State is required to consult such persons that appear to the Secretary of State likely to be affected by the regulations. See a statement listing those who would normally be consulted.