Can I transfer into the LGPS?

Can I transfer into the LGPS?

You can transfer into the LGPS from another approved pension scheme or personal pension plan. However, any transfer-in of final salary benefits will not entitle you to final salary benefits in the LGPS, it will buy earned pension. You will have 12 months from joining the LGPS to opt to transfer your previous pension.

You can also combine your previous councillor or elected membership of the LGPS with your new elected membership, with some exceptions. Again any final salary links will not be maintained.