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Your Summer issue of Focus is out now

Aug 23, 2024

The latest issue of your Focus newsletter, for active members currently paying into a Fund pension, is now online.
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Investing in Real Assets

Aug 12, 2024

When we talk about investments, you may automatically think of things like stocks and shares, but your pension is invested in something far more tangible too…
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Make time to update your death benefit nominations today

Jul 10, 2024

We don't like to think about a time when we aren't here for our family.
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Boost your financial fitness and your mental and physical health, this World Wellbeing Week (24-30 June)

Jun 24, 2024

When we’re financially fit, we are happier, less stressed and more present. When we don’t feel in control of our finances, this can have a significant impact on our wellbeing, and make daily tasks difficult.
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BRASS, IWDC and AVC Extra – upcoming changes

Jun 21, 2024

The Trustee has reviewed the investment funds and lifestyle strategies available to members in the BRASS and AVC Extra arrangements.
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Your pension is invested on your behalf

Jun 18, 2024

The money in your pension does more for you, and the world, than you might think. Read on to find out more…
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Railpen’s 2023 Stewardship Report online now

Jun 6, 2024

Read the latest Stewardship Report, to learn more about how the Scheme’s administrator and investment manager, Railpen, is working to shape the behaviour of the companies it invests in and what that means for you, as a member.
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Talking money matters with children and young people

Jun 3, 2024

Research shows children’s attitudes about money are well developed by age 7. So, it’s never too early to start building their understanding of and confidence in financial matters.
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New oral history project collects rail LGBTQIA+ stories

May 31, 2024

Members of the Fund with a connection to LGBTQIA+ are welcome to get involved.
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Preserved members - watch out for Extra!

May 30, 2024

This year's issue will be landing on your doorsteps soon.
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Moving closer to a paperless pension

May 23, 2024

In response to members’ requests for a paperless pension, you’ll soon be able to get some of your paperwork online rather than by post.
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The power in preparing for your future part 2: Why it’s so important to think ahead

May 16, 2024

Research has proven that planning ahead could have a positive impact on the lifestyle you have in retirement, help to build your financial confidence and even boost your mental health.
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The power in preparing for your future part 1: Your step-by-step guide to planning ahead

May 15, 2024

As the saying goes, mighty oaks from little acorns grow. Here’s why doing a small amount of planning for your future today, could make a big difference to your life after work tomorrow.
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Your Spring-Summer issue of Penfriend is out now!

May 8, 2024

The latest issue of Penfriend, our newsletter for retired members of the railways pension schemes, is now available online.
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Life re-starts at retirement

May 7, 2024

We’ve pulled together our top tips to help ease recent retirees into life after work and enrich their experiences.
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Read your Spring Focus online

Apr 16, 2024

The latest issue of the Focus newsletter for members currently paying into the Fund is now online.
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Take control of your financial wellbeing with the new MoneyFit

Apr 10, 2024

Your MoneyFit tool has been improved with some exciting new features, now available in your myFund account.
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New Lump Sum Allowances being introduced

Apr 3, 2024

The Lifetime Allowance (LTA) will end in April 2024 and will be replaced by new allowances. Although not everyone is affected by the change, this article explains the developments and what they might mean for you.
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Is the State Pension enough to live on?

Apr 3, 2024

The State Pension will increase by 8.5%, to £221.20 a week in April. But here’s why that might not be enough to make ends meet when your working days are over…
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For the 2024/25 year, your railways pension will increase by up to 6.7%

Mar 28, 2024

Your 2024/25 pension increase will be effective from 8 April 2024. Here’s more information about your pension increase.
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Each of Railpen Limited (registered in England and Wales No. 2315380) and Railway Pension Investments Limited (RPIL) (Registered in England and Wales No. 1491097) is a wholly owned subsidiary of Railways Pension Trustee Company Limited (Registered in England and Wales No. 2934539). Registered office for each company: 100 Liverpool Street, London EC2M 2AT. RPIL is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority for some of its activities. The administration of occupational pension schemes is not a regulated activity. Full details about the extent of RPIL's authorisation and regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority are available from us on request.