England Firefighters' Pension Scheme Correction Slip Issued

• A correction slip has been issued for the Firefighters' Pension Scheme (England) Order 2006.
• The amendments affect retained firefighters who were employed in England between July 1, 2000, and April 5, 2006.
• New awards will be payable following the death of a retained firefighter.
• The deadline for purchasing service during the limited period has been extended to April 1, 2027, for certain actions related to the death grant for the extended limited period.

These individuals will now have access to new awards following the death of a retained firefighter, as well as an extended deadline for purchasing service during the limited period.

A correction slip has been issued to update the Firefighters' Pension Scheme (England) Order 2006. The amendments affect retained firefighters who were employed in England between July 1, 2000, and April 5, 2006. These individuals will now have access to new awards following the death of a retained firefighter, as well as an extended deadline for purchasing service during the limited period. For certain actions related to the death grant for the extended limited period, this deadline has been extended to April 1, 2027.

The Firefighters' Pension Scheme (England) Order 2006 is a statutory instrument that governs the pension scheme for retained firefighters in England. The Schedule to this Order makes various amendments, including changes to eligibility criteria and awards. These amendments are designed to provide greater benefits to retained firefighters and their families. The updated eligibility criteria will affect awards and conversions under the Scheme. The Order has been subject to further amendments, including The Firefighters' Pension Scheme (England) (Amendment) Order 2026, which revises rules affecting retained firefighters.

The correction slip issued for the Firefighters' Pension Scheme (England) Order 2006 is significant for lawyers reviewing the updated eligibility criteria for awards and conversions. They should also note the new deadline for purchasing service during the extended limited period, which may impact retained firefighters who were previously eligible but missed the original deadline. This deadline has been extended to April 1, 2027, for certain actions related to the death grant for the extended limited period. The amendments aim to provide greater benefits to retained firefighters and their families, highlighting the importance of staying up-to-date with changes in legislation.

Lawyers should review the updated eligibility criteria for awards and conversions under the Firefighters' Pension Scheme, as well as the new deadline for purchasing service during the extended limited period.

Source: Original reporting via legislation.gov.uk