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  • How UK public sector pensions actually work

    How UK public sector pensions actually work, in plain English: defined benefit explained, the seven main schemes, CARE vs final salary, contributions, tax, and the McCloud Remedy. A primer for anyone in or joining the…

  • NHS Pension Scheme: the plain-English guide

    How the NHS Pension Scheme actually works in 2026/27: 1995, 2008 and 2015 sections, contributions, McCloud rollback, retirement options, plain English.

  • McCloud Remedy explained: what it means for your pension

    The McCloud Remedy explained in plain English: who’s affected, what happens, and what (if anything) you need to do. Updated for 2026, including the latest on Remedial Service Statement rollout delays.