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Member Guides

Practical guides to help you understand your Fund benefits and options.

  • Divorce claim process

    To claim a share of your ex-spouse's Fund benefit after divorce, use this guide and the accompanying application form.

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  • Guide for "paid-up" members (updated)

    This is a guide for members who have left office but who do not yet wish to take benefits from the Fund.

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  • Guide to the allocation of death benefits

    This provides important background information for members and their families on how death benefits are allocated.

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  • Leavers' Pack (updated)

    This gives information on the benefits and options available to you when you leave office and wish to take your Fund benefit.

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  • New members - updated Induction Guide

    This is the latest (June 2024) version of the Induction Guide for new members joining the Fund.

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  • Savings Benefit ("Savings Pot") Withdrawals

    This guide explains the process for taking a cash withdrawal from your Savings Pot under the two-pot retirement system.

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