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Firefighters' Pension Scheme Local Pension Board - Tuesday, 20th January, 2026 11.30 am

January 20, 2026 at 11:30 am View on council website

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Summary

The Firefighters' Pension Scheme Local Pension Board was scheduled to meet on Tuesday, 20 January 2026, to discuss a range of pension-related matters. Key topics included a monitoring report, updates on pension schemes, and the West Yorkshire Pension Fund's client reports. The meeting was not open to the general public.

Monitoring Report

The board was scheduled to consider a monitoring report, which would have provided an overview of the scheme's performance and activities.

Retained Firefighters' Pension Settlement Second Options Exercise

A discussion was planned regarding the Retained Firefighters' Pension Settlement Second Options Exercise, specifically concerning the Matthews case. This exercise relates to providing options for retained firefighters regarding their pension settlements.

Pension Dashboard Programme

The meeting agenda included an item on the Pension Dashboard Programme. This initiative aims to provide individuals with a consolidated view of their various pension pots.

Amendments to Firefighters' Pension Scheme Regulations

The board was set to review government responses to proposed amendments to the Firefighters' Pension Scheme (England) Regulations, focusing on the member contribution structure. These regulations govern how firefighters contribute to their pensions.

Bluelight Fire Pension Bulletins

Updates were scheduled to be provided through Bluelight Fire Pension Bulletins, which likely contain information relevant to fire service pension schemes.

Local Pension Board Risk Register

The Local Pension Board's Risk Register was on the agenda for review. This document outlines potential risks to the board's operations and how they are being managed.

West Yorkshire Pension Fund Reports

The board was to receive monthly client reports from the West Yorkshire Pension Fund (WYPF). The WYPF manages pension assets for various public sector organisations, including fire services. A verbal update on the WYPF Report to NCC was also scheduled.

Future Meeting Dates

The board was expected to confirm future meeting dates, with the next meeting scheduled for Tuesday, 21 April 2026.

Attendees

Profile image for Councillor John Ace Beynon
Councillor John Ace Beynon Conservative • Morpeth Stobhill
Profile image for Councillor Malcolm Robinson
Councillor Malcolm Robinson Independent Group • Bedlington West
Profile image for Councillor Gordon Stewart
Councillor Gordon Stewart Conservative • Prudhoe South

Topics

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Meeting Documents

Agenda

Agenda frontsheet 20th-Jan-2026 11.30 Firefighters Pension Scheme Local Pension Board.pdf

Reports Pack

Public reports pack 20th-Jan-2026 11.30 Firefighters Pension Scheme Local Pension Board.pdf