This page summaries the key dates for implementing the Scheme changes.
Key dates
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Changes |
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21 September 2007
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- Announcement on updated NHS Pension Scheme for existing members and the New NHS Pension Scheme for new members.
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31 March 2008
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- NHS Pension Scheme (pre 1 April 2008 terms) closes to new members.
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1 April 2008
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- Existing active members automatically move to the updated NHS Pension Scheme
- New NHS Pension Scheme for new members is introduced
- Identical, new contribution rates come into effect for both Schemes
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Currently planned to run 1 July 2009-30 June 2010
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One-off choice exercise for members of updated NHS Pension Scheme to move to the New NHS Pension Scheme
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For help on pension terms, see the glossary
Last reviewed 19 Mar 2008
