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Retirement Guidelines
These guidelines provide employees and Managers with a clear process for retiring from the Council. There is no mandatory retirement age, and employees can retire voluntarily from age 55, though early retirement may reduce pension benefits. The document outlines how to access Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) benefits, including options for flexible retirement and redundancy-related entitlements. It also details procedures for resignation, pension estimates, and support available for retirement planning. Special provisions exist for early retirement in the interests of efficiency, subject to approval and cost justification.
Updated: 23 July 2025