Elect to receive benefits
If you are a pension credit member
With effect from 14 May 2018, Pension Credit Members now have the flexibility to take their benefits anytime between age 55 and the eve of their 75th birthday. Please note that the benefits will be reduced if taken earlier than the Normal Pension Age. You can find an overview of the reductions which would apply to your pension if you take it early on the LGPS Reduction Table.
The Amendment Regulations are published online at LGPS Regulations.
Applying to access your benefits
If you wish to access your benefits early, see applying to access your benefits.