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Let's hear it for the girls!

Mar 3, 2023

To mark International Women’s Day and Mother’s Day this month, we’re suggesting ways to help women (and some men too) increase their workplace pension and maybe boost their State Pension as well.
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Make the most of pension saving before the tax year is up

Feb 21, 2023

The 2022/23 financial year is soon to come to an end meaning two things for pension savers. Now is not only a perfect time to make sure you are making the most out of your pensions tax benefits, it’s also a great chance to review your saving plan in general.
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Give your pension some love this Valentine’s Day

Feb 8, 2023

The world of pensions may seem daunting, but regularly checking in will help you get to know your pension and feel much more prepared for when you stop working. Learn more about how you can give your pension some love this Valentine’s Day…
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Your death benefits, protection for the future

Jan 31, 2023

Your pension comes with a range of benefits. Including some that could be paid out when you die.
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Moving jobs? Stay connected with your your old pension!

Jan 23, 2023

The start of the New Year may be the time you decide to move on in your career. Switching jobs means you’re probably going to leave a pension behind. Save yourself the hassle of having to hunt down old pensions by simply keeping track of them all as your career progresses.
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Get to know your Trustee Chair, Christine Kernoghan

Jan 19, 2023

Your new Trustee Chair, Christine Kernoghan has worked in the railway industry for nearly 40 years, and has over 20 years’ involvement in the railway pension schemes.
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Our most read articles for 2022

Dec 13, 2022

Wrapping up the year in style with our five best articles from 2022.
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Your 10-point, year-end pension checklist

Dec 7, 2022

No matter how near or far away retirement is for you, when it comes to your pension, it really pays to plan ahead.
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The December 2022 Focus newsletter is now online

Dec 5, 2022

The latest issue of the Focus newsletter for members currently paying into the Fund is now online.
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Pensions and the Autumn Budget 2022

Dec 5, 2022

On 17 November 2022, Chancellor Jeremy Hunt announced the Autumn Budget under the new Prime Minister, Rishi Sunak. So what does this mean for pensions?
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Calling all railway pensioners!

Nov 8, 2022

The Railway Benefit Fund (RBF) is hosting a free social event this month to bring the retired rail community together.
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Stay alert! Pension scams are on the increase

Nov 8, 2022

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has raised concerns that rising costs of living could make you more vulnerable to pension scams. Find out more about how you can protect your savings from scams and what to do if you're suspicious.
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Investment market update

Oct 14, 2022

There has been a lot of coverage in the media about the impact of Liability Driven Investment (LDI) funds on pension schemes. The railways pensions schemes do not currently use Liability Driven Investment (LDI) funds and are not in the same position as some pension schemes mentioned in the press.
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Reunite with an old or lost pension this October

Oct 13, 2022

Join National Pension Tracing Day on 30 October – a nation-wide initiative aiming to encourage pension savers to track down old or lost pension pots.
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New Sustainable Ownership Review for members is out now!

Oct 13, 2022

Railpen, the investment manager of the British Transport Police Force Superannuation Fund (BTPFSF), has published its 2021 Sustainable Ownership Review.
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It's free wills month

Oct 13, 2022

Free will month is taking place this October for a second time this year. It allows those aged 55 and over to have a will drafted or updated free of charge.
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Pay your pension some attention events to take place in October

Oct 13, 2022

Pension Awareness Week events, originally scheduled to run in September, will resume on 31 October.
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Penfriend out now!

Oct 3, 2022

The latest issue of Penfriend, our newsletter for retired members of the railways pension schemes, is available online now.
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Pay your pension some attention!

Sep 8, 2022

Organisations from across the pensions industry are joining forces this autumn/winter to help you understand your pension and get your retirement plans on target.
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What is Pension Credit?

Aug 23, 2022

Pension Credit is a payment from the government which could help you with your living costs if you’re over State Pension age and on a low income. Find out more about how it works and who can claim it.
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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.